Lemon herb roasted chicken thighs
Lemon herb roasted chicken thighs
Ingredients
For the Chicken
- 4 bone-in, skin-on chicken thighs, about 6-8 ounces each
For the Lemon Herb Marinade
- 1/4 cup olive oil
- 2 tablespoons fresh lemon juice
- 1 tablespoon lemon zest, from 1 large lemon
- 4 garlic, cloves, minced
- 1 tablespoon fresh rosemary, finely chopped
- 1 tablespoon fresh thyme, finely chopped
- 1/2 teaspoon smoked paprika
- 1 teaspoon kosher salt
- 1/2 teaspoon black pepper, freshly ground
Instructions
- 1
Preheat your oven to 400°F. Line a large baking sheet with parchment paper for easier cleanup.
⏱️ 10 min•🌡️ 400°F - 2
Pat the chicken thighs thoroughly dry with paper towels. This helps ensure crispy skin. Place them in a large bowl.
⏱️ 2 min - 3
In a small bowl, whisk together the olive oil, fresh lemon juice, lemon zest, minced garlic, chopped fresh rosemary, chopped fresh thyme, smoked paprika, kosher salt, and black pepper until well combined.
⏱️ 3 min - 4
Pour the lemon herb marinade over the chicken thighs in the large bowl. Use your hands or tongs to toss the chicken, ensuring each thigh is evenly coated with the marinade. Allow to marinate for at least 10 minutes at room temperature, or up to 30 minutes if time allows.
⏱️ 10 min - 5
Arrange the marinated chicken thighs in a single layer on the prepared baking sheet, skin-side up. Ensure there is some space between each thigh for even cooking and browning.
⏱️ 1 min - 6
Roast the chicken thighs in the preheated oven for 30 to 35 minutes, or until the internal temperature reaches 175°F when measured with a meat thermometer inserted into the thickest part of the thigh, avoiding the bone.
⏱️ 35 min•🌡️ 400°F - 7
For extra crispy skin, you may briefly turn on the broiler for the last 2-3 minutes, watching carefully to prevent burning.
⏱️ 3 min•🌡️ Broil - 8
Remove the baking sheet from the oven and transfer the chicken thighs to a clean cutting board or serving platter. Let the chicken rest for 5 minutes before serving. This allows the juices to redistribute, keeping the chicken moist and flavorful.
⏱️ 5 min
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Lemon herb roasted chicken thighs
Ingredients
For the Chicken
- 4 bone-in, skin-on chicken thighs, about 6-8 ounces each
For the Lemon Herb Marinade
- 1/4 cup olive oil
- 2 tablespoons fresh lemon juice
- 1 tablespoon lemon zest, from 1 large lemon
- 4 garlic, cloves, minced
- 1 tablespoon fresh rosemary, finely chopped
- 1 tablespoon fresh thyme, finely chopped
- 1/2 teaspoon smoked paprika
- 1 teaspoon kosher salt
- 1/2 teaspoon black pepper, freshly ground
Instructions
- 1
Preheat your oven to 400°F. Line a large baking sheet with parchment paper for easier cleanup.
⏱️ 10 min•🌡️ 400°F - 2
Pat the chicken thighs thoroughly dry with paper towels. This helps ensure crispy skin. Place them in a large bowl.
⏱️ 2 min - 3
In a small bowl, whisk together the olive oil, fresh lemon juice, lemon zest, minced garlic, chopped fresh rosemary, chopped fresh thyme, smoked paprika, kosher salt, and black pepper until well combined.
⏱️ 3 min - 4
Pour the lemon herb marinade over the chicken thighs in the large bowl. Use your hands or tongs to toss the chicken, ensuring each thigh is evenly coated with the marinade. Allow to marinate for at least 10 minutes at room temperature, or up to 30 minutes if time allows.
⏱️ 10 min - 5
Arrange the marinated chicken thighs in a single layer on the prepared baking sheet, skin-side up. Ensure there is some space between each thigh for even cooking and browning.
⏱️ 1 min - 6
Roast the chicken thighs in the preheated oven for 30 to 35 minutes, or until the internal temperature reaches 175°F when measured with a meat thermometer inserted into the thickest part of the thigh, avoiding the bone.
⏱️ 35 min•🌡️ 400°F - 7
For extra crispy skin, you may briefly turn on the broiler for the last 2-3 minutes, watching carefully to prevent burning.
⏱️ 3 min•🌡️ Broil - 8
Remove the baking sheet from the oven and transfer the chicken thighs to a clean cutting board or serving platter. Let the chicken rest for 5 minutes before serving. This allows the juices to redistribute, keeping the chicken moist and flavorful.
⏱️ 5 min