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Easy Crispy Lemon Garlic Chicken Thighs Recipe with Zucchini and Tomatoes for Perfect Dinner

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A quick and easy weeknight dinner featuring crispy skin chicken thighs with bright lemon and garlic flavors, complemented by sautéed zucchini and cherry tomatoes.

Ingredients

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  • 6 bone-in, skin-on chicken thighs
  • 1 lemon (juice and zest)
  • 4 cloves garlic, minced
  • 3 tablespoons extra virgin olive oil
  • 2 medium zucchinis, sliced into half-moons
  • 1 pint cherry or grape tomatoes, halved
  • Salt, to taste
  • Black pepper, to taste
  • Pinch of dried oregano (optional)
  • Pinch of dried thyme (optional)
  • Pinch of red pepper flakes (optional)

Instructions

  1. Preheat your oven to 425°F (220°C).
  2. Pat chicken thighs dry with paper towels and season generously with salt and pepper on both sides.
  3. In a small bowl, combine lemon juice and zest, minced garlic, olive oil, dried oregano, and red pepper flakes if using. Stir well.
  4. Pour half the lemon-garlic mixture over the chicken, rubbing it into the skin and under it where possible. Let sit for 10-15 minutes at room temperature or up to 2 hours in the fridge.
  5. Slice zucchinis into half-moons and halve cherry tomatoes. Toss with the remaining lemon-garlic mixture and a pinch of salt and pepper.
  6. Heat an oven-safe skillet over medium-high heat. Add chicken thighs skin-side down and cook for 5-7 minutes without moving until skin is golden and crisp. Flip and cook the other side for 3 minutes.
  7. Nestle the zucchini and tomatoes around the chicken in the skillet.
  8. Transfer the skillet to the preheated oven and roast for 15-18 minutes, or until chicken reaches an internal temperature of 165°F (74°C) and vegetables are tender.
  9. Remove from oven and let chicken rest for 5 minutes. Spoon pan juices over the dish before serving.

Notes

Pat chicken dry before cooking to ensure crispy skin. Use a meat thermometer to check for doneness at 165°F (74°C). If skin browns too quickly, tent with foil. Marinate chicken ahead for deeper flavor. Reheat leftovers in a skillet or oven to maintain crispiness.

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Keywords: lemon garlic chicken, crispy chicken thighs, zucchini, cherry tomatoes, easy dinner, one-pan meal, weeknight recipe, gluten-free, low-carb

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