Lemon Chicken Thighs: the recipe for a simple and appetizing dish

Lemon chicken thighs are a very appetizing main course that will win over young and adults. The chicken thighs are first floured and then cooked in a pan with lemon juice and white wine: the flour, mixed with the cooking liquid, will create a delicious sauce with which to sprinkle the meat, for a creamy and tasty result. This dish can be prepared in a short time and it is very easy. It's the perfect recipe to serve for a last-minute lunch or dinner with a simple seasonal side dish. So let’s find out how to prepare lemon chicken thighs by following our recipe step by step.

How to make Lemon Chicken Thighs

Step 1

Step 1

Flour the chicken thighs 1.

Flour the chicken thighs 1.

Step 2

Step 2

Heat a drizzle of extra virgin olive oil in a pan, arrange the chicken thighs and brown them on both sides 2.

Heat a drizzle of extra virgin olive oil in a pan, arrange the chicken thighs and brown them on both sides 2.

Step 3

Step 3

Pour in the lemon juice, diluted with a drop of white wine, cover with a lid and cook for about 15 minutes 3.

Pour in the lemon juice, diluted with a drop of white wine, cover with a lid and cook for about 15 minutes 3.

Step 4

Step 4

Turn the thighs on the other side and finish cooking for 5 more minutes, until the cooking juices will be well reduced 4. Season with salt and pepper.

Turn the thighs on the other side and finish cooking for 5 more minutes, until the cooking juices will be well reduced 4. Season with salt and pepper.

Step 5

Step 5

Transfer the chicken thighs to serving plates, sprinkle them with their sauce and serve it hot with a side such as sweet and sour peppers 5.

Transfer the chicken thighs to serving plates, sprinkle them with their sauce and serve it hot with a side such as sweet and sour peppers 5.

How to store Lemon Chicken Thighs

Lemon chicken thighs can be stored in the refrigerator for a maximum of 1-2 days, inside a special airtight container. heat them in a pan or in a microwave oven before eating. The chicken thighs can be also frozen and then defrosted when necessary.