Lemon Herb Roasted Chicken Thighs
Lemon Herb Roasted Chicken Thighs
Ingredients
For the Chicken
- 4 chicken thighs, bone-in, skin-on, about 6-8 ounces each
For the Lemon Herb Marinade
- 1/4 cup olive oil
- 1 lemon, zest and juice
- 4 cloves garlic, minced
- 2 sprigs fresh rosemary, leaves finely chopped
- 4 sprigs fresh thyme, leaves finely chopped
- 1/2 teaspoon dried oregano
- 1 1/2 teaspoons kosher salt
- 1/2 teaspoon black pepper, freshly ground
Optional Roasted Vegetables
- 1/2 red onion, cut into wedges
- 1 pound baby potatoes, halved
Instructions
- 1
Preheat your oven to 400°F. Line a large baking sheet with parchment paper or aluminum foil for easier cleanup.
⏱️ 5 min•🌡️ 400
- 2
Pat the chicken thighs thoroughly dry with paper towels. This crucial step helps achieve crispy skin during roasting.
⏱️ 2 min
- 3
In a large mixing bowl, whisk together the olive oil, lemon zest, lemon juice, minced garlic, finely chopped fresh rosemary, finely chopped fresh thyme, dried oregano, kosher salt, and freshly ground black pepper until well combined.
⏱️ 3 min
- 4
Add the dried chicken thighs to the bowl with the marinade. Toss well to ensure each piece is evenly coated. If using, add the red onion wedges and halved baby potatoes to the bowl and toss them with the remaining marinade.
⏱️ 3 min
- 5
Arrange the chicken thighs, skin-side up, in a single layer on the prepared baking sheet. Distribute the optional red onion and baby potatoes around the chicken, ensuring they are also in a single layer for even roasting.
⏱️ 2 min
- 6
Roast in the preheated oven for 30 to 35 minutes, or until the internal temperature of the chicken reaches 165°F when measured with a meat thermometer at the thickest part, and the skin is golden brown and crispy. For extra crispiness, you may broil for the last 2-3 minutes, watching carefully to prevent burning.
⏱️ 35 min•🌡️ 400
- 7
Remove the baking sheet from the oven and let the chicken rest for 5 to 10 minutes before serving. This allows the juices to redistribute, resulting in more tender and flavorful meat.
⏱️ 5 min
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Lemon Herb Roasted Chicken Thighs
Ingredients
For the Chicken
- 4 chicken thighs, bone-in, skin-on, about 6-8 ounces each
For the Lemon Herb Marinade
- 1/4 cup olive oil
- 1 lemon, zest and juice
- 4 cloves garlic, minced
- 2 sprigs fresh rosemary, leaves finely chopped
- 4 sprigs fresh thyme, leaves finely chopped
- 1/2 teaspoon dried oregano
- 1 1/2 teaspoons kosher salt
- 1/2 teaspoon black pepper, freshly ground
Optional Roasted Vegetables
- 1/2 red onion, cut into wedges
- 1 pound baby potatoes, halved
Instructions
- 1
Preheat your oven to 400°F. Line a large baking sheet with parchment paper or aluminum foil for easier cleanup.
⏱️ 5 min•🌡️ 400 - 2
Pat the chicken thighs thoroughly dry with paper towels. This crucial step helps achieve crispy skin during roasting.
⏱️ 2 min - 3
In a large mixing bowl, whisk together the olive oil, lemon zest, lemon juice, minced garlic, finely chopped fresh rosemary, finely chopped fresh thyme, dried oregano, kosher salt, and freshly ground black pepper until well combined.
⏱️ 3 min - 4
Add the dried chicken thighs to the bowl with the marinade. Toss well to ensure each piece is evenly coated. If using, add the red onion wedges and halved baby potatoes to the bowl and toss them with the remaining marinade.
⏱️ 3 min - 5
Arrange the chicken thighs, skin-side up, in a single layer on the prepared baking sheet. Distribute the optional red onion and baby potatoes around the chicken, ensuring they are also in a single layer for even roasting.
⏱️ 2 min - 6
Roast in the preheated oven for 30 to 35 minutes, or until the internal temperature of the chicken reaches 165°F when measured with a meat thermometer at the thickest part, and the skin is golden brown and crispy. For extra crispiness, you may broil for the last 2-3 minutes, watching carefully to prevent burning.
⏱️ 35 min•🌡️ 400 - 7
Remove the baking sheet from the oven and let the chicken rest for 5 to 10 minutes before serving. This allows the juices to redistribute, resulting in more tender and flavorful meat.
⏱️ 5 min