Lemon Pepper Chicken Thighs

Instructions

1. 1

   Preheat your oven to 400 degrees Fahrenheit (200 degrees Celsius).

2. 2

   Pat the chicken thighs dry with paper towels to ensure proper browning.

3. 3

   Season both sides of the chicken thighs with salt and the cracked black pepper.

4. 4

   Zest the lemon and then juice it, setting both aside.

5. 5

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

6. 6

   Once the oil is hot, add the chicken thighs skin-side down and cook until the skin is golden and crispy, about 5-7 minutes.

7. 7

   Flip the chicken thighs over and cook for an additional 2-3 minutes on the other side.

8. 8

   Pour the lemon juice over the chicken thighs and sprinkle the lemon zest on top.

9. 9

   Transfer the skillet to the preheated oven and roast the chicken thighs for 25-30 minutes, or until the internal temperature reaches 165 degrees Fahrenheit (75 degrees Celsius).

10. 10

    Remove the skillet from the oven and let the chicken rest for a few minutes before serving.