Rao's Lemon Chicken

Experience the vibrant flavors of Rao's Lemon Chicken, a classic dish that blends tender, golden-browned chicken thighs with a zesty lemon-garlic sauce. This one-pan recipe is bursting with Mediterranean-inspired ingredients like fresh lemon juice, aromatic garlic, and a sprinkle of parsley, creating a perfectly balanced dish that's tangy, savory, and irresistibly comforting. With minimal prep time and a straightforward cooking technique, this recipe is perfect for weeknight dinners yet elegant enough for special occasions. Serve it alongside fluffy rice, creamy mashed potatoes, or warm crusty bread to soak up the luscious, buttery sauce. Rao's Lemon Chicken is a crowd-pleasing favorite you'll return to time and time again!

Nutriscore Rating: 57/100

Prep Time:10 mins

Cook Time:40 mins

Total Time:50 mins

Servings: 4

Ingredients

• 6 pieces bone-in, skin-on chicken thighs
• 3 tablespoons olive oil
• 2 teaspoons salt
• 1 teaspoon black pepper
• 4 cloves garlic cloves, minced
• 1 cup chicken broth
• 0.25 cup fresh lemon juice
• 1 teaspoon lemon zest
• 2 tablespoons fresh parsley, chopped
• 2 tablespoons unsalted butter
• 1 piece lemons, thinly sliced

Directions

Step 1

Heat the olive oil in a large skillet over medium-high heat.

Step 2

Season the chicken thighs with 1 teaspoon of salt and 1/2 teaspoon of black pepper.

Step 3

Place the chicken thighs into the skillet, skin-side down, and cook for 5-7 minutes until the skin is golden and crisp. Flip the chicken and cook for another 5 minutes. Remove from the skillet and set aside.

Step 4

Lower the heat to medium and add the minced garlic to the skillet. Sauté for 1 minute until fragrant.

Step 5

Pour the chicken broth into the skillet, scraping up any browned bits from the bottom of the pan.

Step 6

Stir in the lemon juice, lemon zest, and the remaining 1 teaspoon of salt and 1/2 teaspoon of black pepper.

Step 7

Return the chicken thighs to the skillet, skin-side up. Add the lemon slices around the chicken.

Step 8

Reduce the heat to low, cover the skillet, and simmer for 25 minutes, or until the chicken reaches an internal temperature of 165°F (74°C).

Step 9

Uncover the skillet and stir in the butter, allowing it to melt into the sauce.

Step 10

Sprinkle the chopped parsley over the chicken and sauce before serving.

Step 11

Serve hot with your choice of side such as rice, mashed potatoes, or crusty bread.

Nutrition Facts

Serving size	(1123.9g)

Amount per serving	% Daily Value*
Calories	2701.8

Total Fat 221.3g	0%
Saturated Fat 64.7g	0%
Polyunsaturated Fat 4.0g
Cholesterol 791mg	0%
Sodium 5472.8mg	0%
Total Carbohydrate 16.2g	0%
Dietary Fiber 3.4g	0%
Total Sugars 3.2g
Protein 164.3g	0%

Vitamin D 0IU	0%
Calcium 176.6mg	0%
Iron 10.1mg	0%
Potassium 2308.7mg	0%

*The % Daily Value tells you how much a nutrient in a serving of food contributes to a daily diet. 2,000 calories a day is used for general nutrition advice.

Source of Calories

Fat: 73.4%

Protein: 24.2%

Carbs: 2.4%