Description
Lemon Butter Chicken Thighs with Capers are a delightful weeknight dinner option that combines tender chicken with a tangy lemon-butter sauce and briny capers. This dish brings together rich flavors that are sure to impress family and friends alike. Easy to prepare and visually stunning, serve it alongside rice or vegetables for a perfect meal that feels gourmet without the hassle.
Ingredients
Scale
- 4 bone-in, skin-on chicken thighs
- 2 tsp salt
- 1 tsp black pepper
- 2 lemons (juice and zest)
- 4 tbsp unsalted butter
- 3 tbsp capers (rinsed)
- 3 garlic cloves (minced)
- Fresh parsley (for garnish)
Instructions
- Preheat oven to 400°F (200°C).
- Season chicken thighs with salt and pepper.
- In an oven-safe skillet, melt butter over medium-high heat. Sear chicken thighs skin-side down for about 5 minutes until golden brown.
- Flip the chicken, add minced garlic and lemon zest, and sauté for another minute.
- Pour in lemon juice and add capers; stir gently.
- Transfer skillet to the oven and bake for 25-30 minutes or until internal temperature reaches 165°F (75°C). Let rest for 5 minutes before serving. Garnish with parsley.
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 30 minutes
- Category: Main
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: American
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 chicken thigh (150g)
- Calories: 350
- Sugar: 0g
- Sodium: 880mg
- Fat: 25g
- Saturated Fat: 10g
- Unsaturated Fat: 14g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 4g
- Fiber: 0g
- Protein: 26g
- Cholesterol: 135mg