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Crispy Lemon Pepper Chicken Thigh on gray plate with carrots and mashed cauliflower
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Crispy Lemon Pepper Chicken Thighs

For a quick and easy yet delicious family meal make these simple Crispy Lemon Pepper Chicken Thighs.  You are just a few ingredients away from an amazing meal.
Prep Time 10 minutes
Cook Time 25 minutes
Total Time 35 minutes
Servings 4
Calories 468kcal

Ingredients

  • 1 1/2 pounds chicken thighs (bone in, skin on)
  • 1 tablespoons olive oil
  • 1/2 cup flour
  • 2 teaspoons seasoned pepper
  • 1 teaspoon salt
  • 2 teaspoons parsley
  • 1 lemon

Instructions

  • Heat olive oil in cast iron skillet over medium high heat
  • Preheat oven to 425 degrees
  • Mix together flour and seasonings 
  • Dip each piece of chicken in flour mixture to lightly coat and shake off excess
  • Place skin side down in heated skillet
  • Let cook for 4-6 minutes until skin in browned and crispy
  • Flip and let cook for 2 minutes before transferring to oven
  • Squeeze 2 tablespoons of lemon juice over chicken
  • Cook on lower rack in oven for 15-18 minutes or until chicken reaches internal temperature of 165 degrees F
  • Garnished with additional lemon slices if desired

Nutrition

Calories: 468kcal | Carbohydrates: 14g | Protein: 29g | Fat: 31g | Saturated Fat: 8g | Cholesterol: 166mg | Sodium: 713mg | Potassium: 402mg | Fiber: 1g | Vitamin A: 135IU | Vitamin C: 14.3mg | Calcium: 21mg | Iron: 2mg