Description
Juicy chicken thighs roasted to perfection with zesty lemon and aromatic herbs.
Ingredients
Scale
- 4 to 6 bone-in, skin-on chicken thighs (about 1.5 to 2 pounds / 700 to 900 grams)
- Zest and juice of 1 large lemon
- 2 tablespoons chopped fresh thyme
- 1 tablespoon chopped fresh rosemary
- 1 tablespoon chopped fresh parsley
- 3 cloves garlic, minced
- 2 tablespoons olive oil (extra virgin preferred)
- Kosher salt, to taste
- Freshly ground black pepper, to taste
- Optional: pinch of smoked paprika
Instructions
- Preheat your oven to 425°F (220°C).
- Pat the chicken thighs dry with paper towels. Season both sides generously with kosher salt and black pepper.
- Combine minced garlic, chopped thyme, rosemary, parsley, lemon zest, lemon juice, olive oil, and smoked paprika in a small bowl. Stir well to combine.
- Rub the herb lemon mixture all over the chicken thighs, including under the skin where possible.
- Heat an oven-safe skillet over medium-high heat. Place chicken thighs skin-side down and cook undisturbed for 5-7 minutes until the skin is golden and crispy. Flip and cook for another 2 minutes.
- Transfer the skillet directly to the preheated oven. Roast for 20-25 minutes, or until the chicken reaches an internal temperature of 165°F (74°C) and juices run clear.
- Remove from the oven and let the chicken rest for 5 minutes before serving.
Notes
For added flavor, serve with garlic mashed potatoes or a vegetable medley.
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 30 minutes
- Category: Main Course
- Method: Roasting
- Cuisine: Mediterranean
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 thigh
- Calories: 350
- Sugar: 1g
- Sodium: 600mg
- Fat: 23g
- Saturated Fat: 6g
- Unsaturated Fat: 15g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 2g
- Fiber: 0g
- Protein: 28g
- Cholesterol: 150mg