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Roasted Garlic Butter Chicken with Lemon Olive Dressing

A savory and comforting dish featuring tender chicken thighs roasted to golden perfection in a rich garlic butter and lemon dressing.
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Prep Time 15 minutes
Cook Time 40 minutes
Total Time 55 minutes
Servings: 4 servings
Course: Dinner, Main Course
Cuisine: American, Comfort Food
Calories: 350
Ingredients Method Notes

Ingredients
  

Main Ingredients
  • 4 pieces bone-in, skin-on chicken thighs
  • 4 tablespoons unsalted butter, melted
  • 6 cloves garlic, minced
  • 1 large lemon, zest and juice
  • 2 tablespoons olive oil
  • 1 teaspoon salt
  • 1 teaspoon black pepper
  • 1 teaspoon dried thyme (or fresh if you have it)
  • to taste tablespoons fresh parsley, chopped (for garnish)

Method
 

Preparation
  1. Preheat your oven to 400 degrees Fahrenheit (200 degrees Celsius).
  2. In a mixing bowl, combine melted butter, minced garlic, lemon zest, lemon juice, olive oil, salt, pepper, and thyme. Stir until well combined.
  3. Pat the chicken thighs dry with paper towels to ensure maximum crispiness. Then, place them in a baking dish.
  4. Pour the garlic butter mixture over the chicken, ensuring that each piece is generously coated.
Cooking
  1. Place the baking dish in the preheated oven. Roast for about 35-40 minutes or until the chicken reaches an internal temperature of 165 degrees Fahrenheit (75 degrees Celsius) and the skin is golden brown and crispy.
  2. Once done, take out the chicken and let it rest for a few minutes. Sprinkle with fresh parsley before serving.

Notes

Substitutions: If you want to reduce the butter, feel free to use olive oil instead. Timing: Ensure the chicken is fully submerged in the butter mixture for tender, juicy meat. Always let your chicken rest after roasting to keep it moist.