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Home » Recipes » Chicken Recipes » Easy sticky lemon-turmeric chicken

Easy sticky lemon-turmeric chicken

May 18, 2017 by Alida Ryder 36 Comments

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Sticky lemon turmeric chicken thighs baked in a honey, lemon and turmeric glaze is the perfect easy weeknight dinner served with greens.

Sticky lemon-turmeric chicken

Those of you who have been reading Simply Delicious for a while will know that I am a serious fan of one-pan chicken dishes. It is what I feed my family when I have zero inspiration and even less time and it is what I fall back on weekly when faced with the dreaded “what are we eating for dinner?”. It’s safe to say the Ryders pretty much run on easy chicken dishes, salad and the odd creamy pasta dish or two.

Sticky lemon-turmeric chickenThere has been much talk lately of turmeric and all its many health benefits. Turmeric is something I have loved cooking with for the longest time. Mostly because it gives food a really gorgeous yellow glow but also because I really like its earthy flavour and aroma. Mostly, though, it’s just been an extra I add to my curries. But I’ve been experimenting with it more and more and I have to say, this easy turmeric chicken recipe is one of my favourites.

I love that I can do everything in one pan and that my kids always ask for seconds. Plus we have the added benefits of the turmeric with all its anti-inflammatory properties and the lemon’s alkalising goodness. I mean, we’re pretty much healing ourselves while we eat. That’s my story and I’m sticking to it.

Have you tried this lemon turmeric chicken recipe? Leave a comment and rate below!

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Easy sticky lemon-turmeric chicken

Sticky lemon turmeric chicken thighs baked in a honey, lemon and turmeric glaze is the perfect easy weeknight dinner served with greens.
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Course: Chicken, Dinner, Easy Recipe, Turmeric
Cuisine: Dinner
Keyword: chicken dinner, chicken thighs, easy recipe
Prep Time: 5 minutes
Cook Time: 40 minutes
Total Time: 45 minutes
Servings: 4
Calories: 565kcal
Author: Alida Ryder

Ingredients

  • 8 chicken thighs
  • salt to taste

for the lemon-turmeric glaze/sauce

  • 1/4 cup honey
  • 1/4 cup lemon juice
  • ½ teaspoon pepper
  • 1 teaspoon ground turmeric
  • ½ teaspoon curry powder

Instructions

  • Pre-heat the oven to 200ºc.
  • Brown the chicken thighs in an oven-proof pan on both sides, seasoning generously with salt.
  • Combine the honey, lemon juice, pepper, turmeric and curry powder and mix well.
  • Pour the turmeric mix over the chicken and place in the oven.
  • Allow to cook for 30 minutes, basting with the glaze every 10 minutes until the chicken is cooked through and the glaze has thickened.
  • Remove from the oven and serve.

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Nutrition

Calories: 565kcal | Carbohydrates: 19g | Protein: 36g | Fat: 37g | Saturated Fat: 10g | Cholesterol: 221mg | Sodium: 175mg | Potassium: 502mg | Sugar: 17g | Vitamin A: 175IU | Vitamin C: 5.9mg | Calcium: 18mg | Iron: 1.9mg

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  1. Peggy Sue Acker

    September 8, 2019 at 2:02 AM

    I tried this recipe this evening, both myself and my husband enjoyed it. I am going to make it again but I am going to use pork chops and add garlic, maybe double the sauce and serve it over rice and garnish with green onion. It sounds good to me.

    Reply
  2. Sydney

    July 3, 2017 at 4:55 PM

    The recipe looks absolutely delicious! I have one concern though…will the turmeric and the curry powder permanently stain the inside of the LeCreuset pot? It would be helpful to know in advance if it does so I can use another pot. Thanks!

    Reply
    • Alida Ryder

      July 5, 2017 at 3:17 PM

      It hasn’t stained my Le Creuset yet and I’ve made this numerous times. 🙂

      Reply
  3. Danielle

    June 13, 2017 at 1:29 AM

    What temp would you recommend in F – like 400* F?
    Also, how much garlic/ginger/soy would you suggest? Could you add after the glaze thickens?

    Reply
    • Alida Ryder

      June 13, 2017 at 7:48 AM

      Yep, 400 should be perfect. I would do a teaspoon each of crushed ginger and garlic and a tablespoon or two of soy. I would add it with the the other glaze ingredients so the garlic and ginger can cook through.

      Reply
      • Danielle

        June 13, 2017 at 7:31 PM

        so fresh ginger/garlic, right? 🙂

        Reply
        • Alida Ryder

          June 14, 2017 at 10:09 AM

          Yep! 🙂

          Reply
  4. Amy Leeson

    June 10, 2017 at 9:03 PM

    In the photo the thighs look like they have their skins on. Am I right, that you don’t remove the skins before baking? Are they bone-in, as well?

    Reply
    • Alida Ryder

      June 12, 2017 at 8:53 AM

      Yep, skin on and bone-in. This results in the best flavour, in my opinion.

      Reply
  5. Jason

    May 26, 2017 at 10:54 AM

    It looks delicious! Healthy too!! I’m a huge lemon chicken fan.

    Reply
    • Alida Ryder

      May 31, 2017 at 11:54 AM

      Thanks Jason. It’s definitely a winner!

      Reply
  6. Monica

    May 24, 2017 at 3:38 AM

    Just made this tonight. It was delicious. I added a splash of soy sauce and fresh garlic and it worked. My husband loved it and so did the kids. Thanks so much!

    Reply
    • Alida Ryder

      May 24, 2017 at 10:35 AM

      I love the addition of soy to this! So glad you and your family loved this recipe Monica.

      Reply
  7. D. J.

    May 23, 2017 at 9:37 PM

    Made this dish this evening. Really enjoyed it. A bit “earthy ” in flavour with the turmeric. Next time, which will be soon, I’ll add some fresh ginger and a touch of garlic. I might also leave out the curry powder .

    Reply
    • Alida Ryder

      May 24, 2017 at 10:36 AM

      The turmeric is very earthy but I quite like it. This would be fantastic with added ginger and garlic and the curry powder will go quite nice with that as well. Will turn it into more of an Indian curry kind of a dish which will be delicious.

      Reply
  8. Andrea Holt

    May 23, 2017 at 6:26 PM

    Does it really finish cooking with the 200 degrees oven?
    Thanks
    Andrea

    Reply
    • Alida Ryder

      May 23, 2017 at 6:29 PM

      Yep, 200 degrees Celsius so around 390 fahrenheit.

      Reply
    • Susan

      May 23, 2017 at 6:55 PM

      It’s 200c. You may have to google, but I think that’s 375-400f.

      Reply
  9. Gina DeMarco

    May 23, 2017 at 4:46 PM

    Can chicken drumsticks be used instead?

    Reply
    • Alida Ryder

      May 23, 2017 at 6:29 PM

      Absolutely!

      Reply
  10. julie

    May 23, 2017 at 12:49 AM

    Loved the recipe. I used bone in chicken breasts and baked them. They stayed moist, and were a big hit.

    Reply
    • Alida Ryder

      May 23, 2017 at 6:30 PM

      I’m so glad to hear that Julie. Love the idea of using bone-in chicken breasts.

      Reply
  11. sue | theviewfromgreatisland

    May 23, 2017 at 12:01 AM

    You totally had me at lemon turmeric glaze ~ yum!!

    Reply
    • Alida Ryder

      May 23, 2017 at 6:30 PM

      Thanks Sue! It’s a winner. 🙂

      Reply
  12. Jennifer

    May 18, 2017 at 3:41 PM

    This recipe looks delicious. I only have chicken breasts at th moment. Could I make this with chicken breasts instead?

    Reply
    • Alida Ryder

      May 18, 2017 at 3:43 PM

      Thanks Jennifer. Absolutely. I wouldn’t bake it though. I would cook the chicken breasts in the pan until they are 80% cooked then add the glaze and just keep it on the stove top, basting with the glaze while cooking the last little bit. Baking it might dry out the chicken breasts too much.

      Reply
      • Jennifer

        May 21, 2017 at 2:52 PM

        I loved it! My kids couldn’t get enough either and I even had the leftovers the next day for lunch. Excellent recipe!

        Reply
        • Alida Ryder

          May 21, 2017 at 3:03 PM

          That’s great to hear Jennifer. I’m so glad you and your kids loved this recipe.

          Reply
  13. Jo-Anne

    May 18, 2017 at 3:40 PM

    How easy is that! And it looks so tasty. Thanks for sharing Alida.

    Reply
    • Alida Ryder

      May 18, 2017 at 3:43 PM

      It is SO easy. Thanks Jo-Anne!

      Reply
  14. Theresa

    May 18, 2017 at 3:39 PM

    I love how simple this recipe is. I have all these ingredients in my pantry and fridge so guess what’s for dinner tonight?

    Reply
    • Alida Ryder

      May 18, 2017 at 3:43 PM

      It really is Theresa! I hope you love it. Let me know what you thought!

      Reply
      • Theresa

        May 21, 2017 at 2:54 PM

        We loved this recipe Alida. It will be making a regular appearance in my kitchen because it is so easy and really tasty.

        Reply
        • Alida Ryder

          May 21, 2017 at 3:03 PM

          I’m so glad to hear that Theresa. It definitely is such a great recipe for busy weekdays.

          Reply
  15. Mary Ann | The Beach House Kitchen

    May 18, 2017 at 11:52 AM

    We are very much alike Alida! Easy one pan chicken dishes are served up quite often at our house too! This lemon-turmeric glaze sounds so light and delicious. I can’t wait to try!

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    • Alida Ryder

      May 18, 2017 at 3:44 PM

      I’m in good company! 🙂 Thanks Mary Ann. This is a new staple in our house.

      Reply

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