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Honey Lemon Pepper Chicken Thighs

Prep Time 10 minutes
Cook Time 25 minutes
Total Time 35 minutes
Servings 4 pieces
Calories 350
Juicy chicken thighs are infused with bright lemon, sweet honey, and bold spices for a flavorful and easy meal.

Ingredients

Meat

  • 8 pieces chicken thighs
  • 2 pieces lemons (zest of 2 lemons) (zest of 2 lemons)
  • 1 piece lemon (juice of 1 lemon) (juice of 1 lemon)
  • 3 tbsp honey
  • 2 tbsp olive oil
  • 1 tsp salt
  • 1 tsp black pepper (freshly ground)
  • 1 tsp red chili flakes
  • 0.5 tsp paprika
  • 0.5 tsp garlic powder
  • 0.5 tsp mustard powder

Instructions 

  • Season chicken thighs with lemon zest, salt, black pepper, red chili flakes, paprika, garlic powder, and mustard powder.
  • Heat olive oil in a skillet over medium heat. Add chicken and cook for 6-8 minutes per side until browned and cooked through.
  • In a small bowl, mix lemon juice and honey. Pour over cooked chicken and simmer for 2-3 minutes to glaze.
  • Serve hot, garnished with lemon slices if desired.

Notes

For extra flavor, marinate the chicken with lemon zest and spices for 30 minutes before cooking.
Calories: 350kcal
Cost: $12
Course: Main Course
Cuisine: American
Keyword: Chicken, honey, lemon