Authentic Rosemary Garlic Chicken
Juicy chicken thighs marinated in a fragrant blend of rosemary, garlic, and lemon, roasted until golden and tender. This Mediterranean-inspired chicken recipe, ready in about 45 minutes, pairs chicken thighs, extra virgin olive oil, fresh rosemary for a weeknight-friendly dinner that comes together with one pan and minimal cleanup. Each serving lands at about 380 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.
Ingredients
- 1.5 lbs chicken thighs
- 3 tbsp extra virgin olive oil
- 2 tbsp finely chopped fresh rosemary
- 4 minced garlic cloves
- 1 juiced lemon
- 1 tsp kosher salt
- 1/2 tsp black pepper
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Instructions
- Step 1: Preheat oven to 400°F (200°C). Pat chicken thighs dry with paper towels, then rub with 2 tbsp olive oil, 1 tbsp rosemary, minced garlic, lemon juice, 1/2 tsp salt, and 1/4 tsp black pepper — ensure each piece is evenly coated.
- Step 2: Arrange chicken in a single layer in a baking dish, skin-side up. Scatter remaining 1 tbsp rosemary and 1/2 tsp salt over the top.
- Step 3: Roast for 25-30 minutes until the internal temperature reaches 165°F (74°C) and the edges are crispy golden brown, basting once halfway with pan juices.
