Najla's Lemon Chicken
Experience the vibrant flavors of *Najla’s Lemon Chicken*, a simple yet elegant recipe that combines zesty citrus, fragrant rosemary, and golden, crispy chicken for a meal that's as comforting as it is delicious. This crowd-pleasing dish features bone-in, skin-on chicken thighs simmered in a luscious lemon-garlic sauce enriched with honey and butter for the perfect balance of tangy and savory. With quick preparation and a one-skillet cooking method, it’s a go-to option for busy weeknights or casual dinner parties. Serve it with rice, mashed potatoes, or a fresh vegetable side to soak up every drop of the velvety sauce. Ideal for lemon lovers and home chefs alike, this hearty recipe is bursting with bright, wholesome flavors in every bite!
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Ingredients
- 6 pieces Chicken thighs (bone-in, skin-on)
- 4 cloves Garlic cloves, minced
- 2 whole Lemons (zested and juiced)
- 2 tablespoons Olive oil
- 1 tablespoon Honey
- 1 cup Chicken broth
- 2 tablespoons Unsalted butter
- 1 teaspoon Fresh rosemary, chopped
- 1 teaspoon Salt
- 0.5 teaspoon Black pepper
- 2 tablespoons Flour (for dusting)
- 0.5 lemon Lemon slices (for garnish)
Directions
Step 1
Pat the chicken thighs dry with a paper towel and sprinkle both sides with salt and pepper.
Step 2
Lightly dust the chicken thighs with the flour, shaking off any excess.
Step 3
In a large skillet, heat the olive oil over medium-high heat. Sear the chicken thighs skin-side down for 4-5 minutes until golden brown and crispy. Flip the chicken and cook for another 3-4 minutes. Remove the chicken from the skillet and set aside.
Step 4
Reduce the heat to medium and add the butter to the skillet. Once melted, add the minced garlic and cook for 30 seconds until fragrant.
Step 5
Stir in the chicken broth, lemon juice, lemon zest, honey, and rosemary. Scrape the bottom of the skillet to deglaze and incorporate any browned bits.
Step 6
Return the chicken thighs to the skillet, skin-side up. Reduce the heat to low, cover, and let the chicken simmer for 15-20 minutes until fully cooked (internal temperature should reach 165°F/74°C).
Step 7
Remove the cover and let the sauce simmer for another 3-5 minutes to thicken slightly.
Step 8
Garnish the chicken with lemon slices and additional rosemary if desired. Serve hot with rice, mashed potatoes, or a green vegetable of your choice.
Nutrition Facts
| Serving size | (1397.3g) |
|---|
| Amount per serving | % Daily Value* |
|---|---|
| Calories | 2535.2 |
| Total Fat 192.1g | 0% |
| Saturated Fat 58.0g | 0% |
| Polyunsaturated Fat 2.7g | |
| Cholesterol 791mg | 0% |
| Sodium 3665.5mg | 0% |
| Total Carbohydrate 47.3g | 0% |
| Dietary Fiber 5.0g | 0% |
| Total Sugars 21.5g | |
| Protein 169.4g | 0% |
| Vitamin D 0IU | 0% |
| Calcium 190.4mg | 0% |
| Iron 10.4mg | 0% |
| Potassium 2174.9mg | 0% |
Source of Calories