Baked Herb-Infused Lemon Chicken Thighs

By AislePrompt Editorial · Published 2026-06-19 · Updated 2026-06-19

Juicy chicken thighs imbibe bright lemon and fragrant herbs, baked until tender with a golden crust. This Mediterranean-inspired chicken recipe, ready in about 60 minutes, pairs bone-in chicken thighs, lemon zest, lemon juice for a weeknight-friendly dinner that comes together with one pan and minimal cleanup. Each serving lands at about 320 calories and feeds 6, 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

• 6 pieces, skin on bone-in chicken thighs
• 1 tbsp finely grated lemon zest
• 3 tbsp freshly squeezed lemon juice
• 4 cloves, minced garlic cloves
• 1 tbsp chopped fresh rosemary
• 2 tbsp olive oil
• 1 tsp sea salt
• 1/2 tsp freshly ground black pepper

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Instructions

1. Step 1: Preheat oven to 425°F. In a large bowl, combine 2 tablespoons olive oil, 3 tablespoons freshly squeezed lemon juice, 1 tablespoon finely grated lemon zest, 4 minced garlic cloves, and 1 tablespoon chopped fresh rosemary.
2. Step 2: Add 6 bone-in chicken thighs skin on to the bowl and toss thoroughly to imbibe the marinade, coating each piece evenly. Let marinate at room temperature for 15 minutes.
3. Step 3: Place the thighs skin-side up on a baking sheet lined with foil. Season with 1 teaspoon sea salt and 1/2 teaspoon freshly ground black pepper.
4. Step 4: Bake for 35-40 minutes until the skin is golden and crispy and the internal temperature reaches 165°F. Let rest for 5 minutes before serving.