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The Best Broiled Chicken Thighs are brushed with olive oil and seasoned with garlic and lemon juice. They are the perfect weeknight dinner that can be ready in less than 30 minutes.

The Best Broiled Chicken Thighs

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The Best Broiled Chicken Thighs

These Broiled Chicken Thighs are just brushed with olive oil and a few spices and cooked under your oven's broiler.

The Best Broiled Chicken Thighs
Can Boneless Thighs Be Used?

Yes, you certainly can sub boneless thighs if you prefer.

Is There a Different Oil Other Than Olive That Can Be Used?

Absolutely, avocado oil is another good choice.

Would This Chicken Be Considered Keto Friendly?

Yes, this chicken is a perfect keto dish with healthy fats.

How Do You Store Left Over Chicken?

The Chicken will keep in the refrigerator for 3-4 days.

Broiled Chicken Thighs

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How To Make The Chicken Thighs :

INGREDIENTS NEEDED:

  • Bone-in Chicken Thighs
  • Olive Oil
  • Salt
  • Pepper
  • Minced Garlic
  • Lemon Juice
  • Parsley
Ingredients for Chicken

Gather the ingredients for the chicken thighs.

Chicken in Dish

Put chicken in a greased baking dish.

Olive Oil and Spices

Whisk Olive Oil and spices together in a bowl.

Brush chicken with oil mixture

Brush chicken with oil mixture,

The Best Broiled Chicken Thighs

Broil Chicken on high on middle rack for 20-24 minutes- turning and basting at halfway point.

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The Best Broiled Chicken Thighs

Bone- in Chicken Thighs with olive oil, garlic, lemon juice, salt, pepper, and parsley Course dinnerCuisine AmericanKeyword Broiled, Chicken, Thigh Prep Time 5 minutes Cook Time 25 minutes Total Time 30 minutes Servings 4 People Calories 317kcal

Equipment

  • Broil Pan

Ingredients

  • 4 Chicken Thighs
  • 2 tablespoon Olive Oil
  • ½ teaspoon Salt
  • 1 teaspoon Pepper
  • 1 tablespoon Lemon Juice
  • 1 tablespoon Minced Garlic
  • Parsley

Instructions

  • Preheat oven to broil -high. Move the rack to the middle of the oven.
  • Grease an 8x8 baking dish. Place chicken thighs in the dish, skin side up.
  • In a small bowl whisk together olive oil, lemon juice, salt, pepper, and garlic
  • Brush oil mixture onto chicken. Save some for basting later.
  • Broil for 20-25 minutes basting and turning halfway through.
  • Chicken is done when internal temperature reaches 165°
  • Let sit for 5 minutes before serving
  • Garnish with Parsley.

Nutrition

Calories: 317kcal | Carbohydrates: 2g | Protein: 19g | Fat: 26g | Saturated Fat: 6g | Polyunsaturated Fat: 5g | Monounsaturated Fat: 13g | Trans Fat: 1g | Cholesterol: 111mg | Sodium: 379mg | Potassium: 257mg | Fiber: 1g | Sugar: 1g | Vitamin A: 91IU | Vitamin C: 3mg | Calcium: 19mg | Iron: 1mg
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