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Chicken Thigh with Lemon and Thyme

Juicy chicken thighs are roasted to perfection with zesty lemon and fragrant thyme, creating a savory-sweet harmony that’s super easy and satisfying.
Course Main Course
Cuisine Mediterranean
Keyword chicken thighs, easy dinner, lemon, savory, thyme
Prep Time 10 minutes
Cook Time 20 minutes
Total Time 30 minutes
Servings 4 servings
Calories 400kcal
Author Liza A

Ingredients

  • 2 lbs skinless boneless chicken thighs
  • Sea salt and freshly ground pepper
  • 3-4 tbsp olive oil
  • 2 cloves garlic sliced thinly
  • Few Thyme sprigs
  • 1/4 cup white wine vinegar
  • 2 tbsp dark soy sauce
  • 3 tbsp honey
  • ½ cup water
  • 1 lemon thinly sliced
  • Chopped flat-leaf parsley

Instructions

  • Season chicken with salt and pepper.
  • Heat olive oil in a large skillet or pan; brown the chicken pieces (in batches if necessary) over high heat with the garlic and thyme for 2–3 minutes on each side until golden brown.
  • Return all the chicken to the pan, add the vinegar and let it boil until mixture is reduced by half. Add soy sauce and honey; stir to mix.
  • Add water and lemon slices; simmer until chicken is cooked and mixture is thick and syrupy, about 10 minutes or so.
  • Serve with a sprinkle of chopped parsley.
  • Enjoy!

Notes

Recipe adapted: halfhourmeals.com

Nutrition

Calories: 400kcal | Carbohydrates: 18g | Protein: 30g | Fat: 24g | Saturated Fat: 4g | Cholesterol: 120mg | Sodium: 600mg | Fiber: 1g | Sugar: 10g