This simple Citrus Chicken recipe is sure to be a family favorite. Lemon juice and spices add flavor without adding salt or fat. This trick is a great way to make recipes more heart healthy. Check out these other tips for making a heart healthy meal.
Makes: 4 Servings
Ingredients
4 chicken thighs (about 6oz each), with bone
2 tsp dried oregano
1 tsp cumin
Juice from 1 fresh lime or lemon, or 2 Tbs refrigerated juice
Optional Ingredients:
1/4 tsp Kosher salt and/or 1/4 tsp black pepper
Instructions
- Preheat the oven to 425°F.
- To trim the chicken, lay the chicken thighs on the cutting board, skin side up. Use a sharp knife to cut excess fat.
- Put the chicken, oregano, cumin, lime juice, salt, and pepper in a bowl and mix well.
*Optional: place bowl in the refrigerator for a few hours, or overnight for increased flavor. - Place chicken thighs on a baking sheet and pour excess marinade over the top.
- Bake for about 30 minutes until the juice of the chicken runs clear when cut and the skin is well browned.
Source: What’s Cooking- USDA
