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MELT IN YOUR MOUTH CHICKEN

Tender, juicy chicken thighs roasted with butter, garlic and lemon for a simple, melt-in-your-mouth dinner that's ready in under an hour.
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Prep Time 15 minutes
Cook Time 35 minutes
Total Time 50 minutes
Servings 4

Ingredients
  

Main Ingredients

  • 2 pounds boneless skinless chicken thighs
  • 2 tablespoons olive oil
  • 2 tablespoons unsalted butter melted
  • 4 cloves garlic minced
  • 1 teaspoon paprika
  • 1.5 teaspoons kosher salt
  • 0.5 teaspoon black pepper freshly ground
  • 1 teaspoon garlic powder
  • 1 teaspoon onion powder
  • 1 tablespoon fresh lemon juice
  • 0.25 cup fresh parsley chopped

Instructions
 

Preparation Steps

  • Preheat the oven to 425°F (220°C). Pat the chicken thighs dry with paper towels and place them in a large bowl.
  • In a small bowl whisk together olive oil, melted butter, minced garlic, lemon juice, paprika, garlic powder, onion powder, salt and pepper.
  • Pour the mixture over the chicken and toss to coat evenly. Let sit for 10 minutes to absorb flavors (or refrigerate up to 2 hours).
  • Arrange the thighs skinless side up on a rimmed baking sheet or in a shallow roasting pan, spaced slightly apart.
  • Roast in the preheated oven for 30–35 minutes, until an instant-read thermometer inserted into the thickest part reads 165°F and juices run clear. For a slightly crisp exterior, broil 2–3 minutes at the end, watching closely.
  • Remove from oven and let rest 5 minutes. Sprinkle with chopped parsley before serving.

Notes

Serve with mashed potatoes or a simple salad. Leftovers keep well in the fridge for 3 days.
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