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Lemon & Garlic Greek Marinated Chicken Recipe

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This Lemon & Garlic Greek Marinated Chicken features tender boneless, skinless chicken thighs infused with a bright and savory marinade of lemon juice, garlic, and Mediterranean herbs. Perfectly pan-seared to juicy perfection, this recipe is ideal for a flavorful weeknight dinner or meal prep.

Ingredients

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Marinade

  • 1/2 cup extra-virgin olive oil (120 ml)
  • 1/3 cup lemon juice (80 ml)
  • 1 tablespoon fresh lemon zest
  • 6 large garlic cloves, minced
  • 2 teaspoons dried oregano or 2 tablespoons fresh oregano
  • 1 teaspoon dried rosemary or 1 tablespoon fresh rosemary
  • 1 teaspoon dried thyme or 1 tablespoon fresh thyme
  • 1 1/2 teaspoons sea salt
  • 1/2 teaspoon ground black pepper
  • 1/4 teaspoon ground nutmeg (optional)

Chicken

  • 2–3 pounds boneless, skinless chicken thighs

Instructions

  1. Prepare the Marinade: Whisk together the olive oil, lemon juice, lemon zest, minced garlic, oregano, rosemary, thyme, sea salt, black pepper, and nutmeg (if using) in a large bowl or zip-lock bag until thoroughly combined.
  2. Marinate the Chicken: Add the boneless, skinless chicken thighs to the marinade and mix until fully coated. Cover the bowl with a lid or seal the bag tightly. Allow the chicken to marinate for at least 30 minutes, and up to 6 hours in the refrigerator for best flavor.
  3. Bring Chicken to Room Temperature: About 20-30 minutes before cooking, remove the chicken from the refrigerator and let it sit at room temperature to ensure even cooking.
  4. Heat the Pan: Warm a large skillet or cast iron pan over medium-high heat. Add a small amount of cooking oil to lightly coat the pan surface, heating until shimmering.
  5. Cook the Chicken: Place the marinated chicken thighs in the hot pan, allowing them to cook undisturbed for 8-10 minutes. Then flip each thigh and cook for an additional 10-12 minutes, or until the internal temperature reaches 165°F (74°C) and the chicken is cooked through.
  6. Rest and Serve: Remove the chicken from the pan and allow it to rest for a few minutes to redistribute juices. Serve garnished with fresh chopped herbs and lemon wedges if desired.
  7. Storage: Let any leftover chicken cool to room temperature and store in an airtight container in the refrigerator for up to 3 days.

Notes

  • Internal Temperature: For safe consumption, cook chicken to at least 165°F/74°C. For richer flavor in dark meat like thighs, cooking to 195°F/90°C is recommended.
  • Chicken Breasts Variation: Cook chicken breasts 7-8 minutes on one side without flipping until browned, then flip and cook 5-7 minutes until done, or bake at 400°F/200°C for 20-25 minutes.
  • Baking Boneless Thighs: Spread thighs in a baking dish and bake at 400°F/200°C for 30-35 minutes or until cooked through.
  • Baking Bone-In Thighs: Bake bone-in thighs at 400°F/200°C for 25-30 minutes, then flip and bake 20 more minutes. Bake skin-side down first if skin is on.

Keywords: Greek chicken, lemon garlic chicken, marinated chicken, skillet chicken, Mediterranean chicken, boneless chicken thighs

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