Authentic Martin's Herb Chicken with Crispy Skin

By AislePrompt Editorial · Published 2026-04-02 · Updated 2026-04-02

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A perfectly seasoned chicken dish with golden-brown skin and aromatic herb crust, inspired by the timeless craftsmanship of Martin's AUTHENTIC guitar series. This American-inspired chicken recipe, ready in about 53 minutes, pairs bone-in chicken thighs, fresh rosemary, fresh thyme for a weeknight-friendly dinner that comes together with one pan and minimal cleanup. Each serving lands at about 420 calories and feeds 4, so it slots cleanly into a weekly meal plan and pairs well with a quick salad or grain on the side. Tap "Plan a meal with the AI" below to drop this recipe into your week and send the ingredients straight to Instacart. Nutrition values are approximate, calculated from USDA FoodData Central (fdc.nal.usda.gov) — verify against ingredient labels for any health-driven dietary plan.

Prep: 25 min Cook: 28 min Serves 4 American cuisine 420 cal/serving

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Ingredients

1.5 lbs bone-in chicken thighs
2 tbsp, finely chopped fresh rosemary
1.5 tbsp, finely chopped fresh thyme
3 tbsp olive oil
2 tsp kosher salt
1 tsp black pepper
1, thinly sliced lemon

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Instructions

Step 1: Pat chicken thighs dry with paper towels, then rub with 2 tsp kosher salt and 1 tsp black pepper. Let sit for 15 minutes while preparing herbs.
Step 2: Mix chopped rosemary, thyme, and 1 tbsp olive oil in a small bowl. Rub evenly over chicken skin, pressing gently to adhere.
Step 3: Heat remaining 2 tbsp olive oil in a large oven-safe skillet over medium-high heat until shimmering (about 1 minute). Place chicken skin-side down and cook undisturbed for 8 minutes until golden brown and crispy.
Step 4: Flip chicken, add lemon slices to the skillet, and transfer to a preheated 375°F (190°C) oven. Bake for 20 minutes until internal temperature reaches 165°F (74°C) and skin is deeply golden.