Lemon Chicken

Name: Lemon Chicken
Prep time: 10 min
Cook time: 45 min
Total time: 55 min
Cuisine: American
Ingredients: 3 to 4 pounds chicken parts (thighs and legs recommended), skin-on, bone-in, trimmed of excess fat; 4 teaspoons lemon zest (about zest from 2 lemons); 1/3 cup lemon juice; 2 cloves garlic, crushed; 2 tablespoons fresh chopped thyme (or 2 teaspoons dried); 2 teaspoons fresh chopped rosemary (or 1/2 teaspoon dried); 1 teaspoon Kosher salt; 1 teaspoon black pepper; 2 tablespoons melted butter; Lemon slices for garnish

Instructions

Prep:10minCook:45min

This easy, 5-star rated lemon chicken is an ideal weeknight dinner that's fresh and vibrant and balanced. It's one our most popular recipes for a reason.

Updated at: Sun, 08 Mar 2026 15:39:33 GMT