Description
Lemon Rosemary Chicken Thighs are a delicious and easy one-pot meal that combines the savory flavors of tender chicken with the bright, zesty notes of fresh lemon and aromatic rosemary. Perfect for busy weeknights or special gatherings, this dish is not only simple to prepare but also delivers impressive results. Cooked in a single skillet, the chicken thighs simmer in a rich white apple vinegar sauce that enhances their natural juiciness. Serve this flavorful dish with your choice of sides, and enjoy a satisfying meal that appeals to everyone at the table.
Ingredients
Scale
- 8 chicken thighs (bone in, skin on)
- Kosher salt and freshly ground black pepper (to taste)
- 1 cup flour (for dredging)
- ¼ cup extra-virgin olive oil
- 1 1/2 cup white apple vinegar
- 1/2 cup chicken broth
- 3 sprigs fresh rosemary
- 3 whole garlic cloves (peeled and smashed)
- 2 bay leaves
- 1 whole lemon (cut into wedges)
Instructions
- Preheat your oven to 425°F.
- Season chicken thighs generously with salt and pepper, then dredge in flour.
- Heat olive oil in a cast iron skillet over medium-high heat. Add chicken skin-side down and brown for about 5 minutes.
- Flip chicken, pour in white apple vinegar and chicken broth, then add rosemary, garlic cloves, and bay leaves.
- Add lemon wedges around the chicken, squeezing a few for extra flavor.
- Transfer skillet to the oven and bake for approximately 30 minutes until tender.
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 30 minutes
- Category: Main
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: American
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 chicken thigh (150g)
- Calories: 335
- Sugar: 0g
- Sodium: 450mg
- Fat: 23g
- Saturated Fat: 3g
- Unsaturated Fat: 18g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 7g
- Fiber: 0g
- Protein: 25g
- Cholesterol: 110mg