Roasted Chicken Thighs with Green Herb Sauce
Roasted Chicken Thighs with Green Herb Sauce
Ingredients
For the Roasted Chicken Thighs
- 4 bone-in, skin-on chicken thighs, about 6-8 ounces each
- 1 tablespoon olive oil
- 1 teaspoon kosher salt
- 1/2 teaspoon black pepper, freshly ground
- 1/2 teaspoon paprika
- 1/2 teaspoon garlic powder
For the Green Herb Sauce
- 1/2 cup fresh parsley, packed, roughly chopped
- 1/4 cup fresh cilantro, packed, roughly chopped
- 2 tablespoons fresh chives, chopped
- 1 tablespoon fresh dill, chopped
- 1 garlic, clove, minced
- 2 tablespoons lemon juice, freshly squeezed
- 1/4 cup extra virgin olive oil
- 1 teaspoon Dijon mustard
- 1/4 teaspoon kosher salt
- 1/8 teaspoon black pepper, freshly ground
- 1 tablespoon water, or more, as needed
Instructions
- 1
Preheat your oven to 400°F. Pat the chicken thighs thoroughly dry with paper towels. This step is crucial for achieving crispy skin.
⏱️ 5 min•🌡️ 400
- 2
In a small bowl, combine the kosher salt, black pepper, paprika, and garlic powder. Rub the chicken thighs all over with the olive oil, then generously season them with the spice mixture.
⏱️ 3 min
- 3
Arrange the seasoned chicken thighs skin-side up in a single layer on a baking sheet, preferably one fitted with a wire rack for even crisping. Roast for 30-35 minutes, or until the internal temperature reaches 165°F and the skin is deeply golden brown and crispy.
⏱️ 35 min•🌡️ 400
- 4
While the chicken roasts, prepare the Green Herb Sauce. Combine all sauce ingredients (fresh parsley, cilantro, chives, dill, minced garlic, lemon juice, extra virgin olive oil, Dijon mustard, kosher salt, and black pepper) in a food processor or blender.
⏱️ 5 min
- 5
Process until smooth, adding 1 tablespoon of water (or more, if needed) to reach your desired consistency. Taste and adjust seasoning if necessary.
⏱️ 2 min
- 6
Once cooked, remove the chicken from the oven and let it rest for 5 minutes before serving. This allows the juices to redistribute, keeping the chicken moist.
⏱️ 5 min
- 7
Serve the roasted chicken thighs on a platter, drizzled generously with the vibrant Green Herb Sauce. Enjoy immediately!
⏱️ 1 min
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Roasted Chicken Thighs with Green Herb Sauce
Ingredients
For the Roasted Chicken Thighs
- 4 bone-in, skin-on chicken thighs, about 6-8 ounces each
- 1 tablespoon olive oil
- 1 teaspoon kosher salt
- 1/2 teaspoon black pepper, freshly ground
- 1/2 teaspoon paprika
- 1/2 teaspoon garlic powder
For the Green Herb Sauce
- 1/2 cup fresh parsley, packed, roughly chopped
- 1/4 cup fresh cilantro, packed, roughly chopped
- 2 tablespoons fresh chives, chopped
- 1 tablespoon fresh dill, chopped
- 1 garlic, clove, minced
- 2 tablespoons lemon juice, freshly squeezed
- 1/4 cup extra virgin olive oil
- 1 teaspoon Dijon mustard
- 1/4 teaspoon kosher salt
- 1/8 teaspoon black pepper, freshly ground
- 1 tablespoon water, or more, as needed
Instructions
- 1
Preheat your oven to 400°F. Pat the chicken thighs thoroughly dry with paper towels. This step is crucial for achieving crispy skin.
⏱️ 5 min•🌡️ 400 - 2
In a small bowl, combine the kosher salt, black pepper, paprika, and garlic powder. Rub the chicken thighs all over with the olive oil, then generously season them with the spice mixture.
⏱️ 3 min - 3
Arrange the seasoned chicken thighs skin-side up in a single layer on a baking sheet, preferably one fitted with a wire rack for even crisping. Roast for 30-35 minutes, or until the internal temperature reaches 165°F and the skin is deeply golden brown and crispy.
⏱️ 35 min•🌡️ 400 - 4
While the chicken roasts, prepare the Green Herb Sauce. Combine all sauce ingredients (fresh parsley, cilantro, chives, dill, minced garlic, lemon juice, extra virgin olive oil, Dijon mustard, kosher salt, and black pepper) in a food processor or blender.
⏱️ 5 min - 5
Process until smooth, adding 1 tablespoon of water (or more, if needed) to reach your desired consistency. Taste and adjust seasoning if necessary.
⏱️ 2 min - 6
Once cooked, remove the chicken from the oven and let it rest for 5 minutes before serving. This allows the juices to redistribute, keeping the chicken moist.
⏱️ 5 min - 7
Serve the roasted chicken thighs on a platter, drizzled generously with the vibrant Green Herb Sauce. Enjoy immediately!
⏱️ 1 min