Baked Herb-Rubbed Chicken with Garlic and Lemon

By AislePrompt Editorial · Published 2026-04-27 · Updated 2026-04-27

A tender baked chicken dish infused with fresh herbs, garlic, and bright lemon for a flavorful, comforting meal. This French recipe, ready in about 60 minutes, pairs bone-in chicken thighs, olive oil, garlic cloves, minced for a weeknight-friendly dinner that comes together with one pan and minimal cleanup. Each serving lands at about 320 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

• 6 pieces bone-in chicken thighs
• 3 tbsp olive oil
• 4 garlic cloves, minced
• 2 tbsp fresh rosemary, chopped
• 1 tbsp fresh thyme, chopped
• 1 tsp lemon zest
• 2 tbsp lemon juice
• 1 tsp salt
• 1/2 tsp black pepper

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Instructions

1. Step 1: Preheat the oven to 400°F. In a small bowl, combine 3 tbsp olive oil, 4 minced garlic cloves, 2 tbsp chopped rosemary, 1 tbsp chopped thyme, 1 tsp lemon zest, 2 tbsp lemon juice, 1 tsp salt, and 1/2 tsp black pepper to create a herb marinade.
2. Step 2: Pat dry 6 bone-in chicken thighs and rub the marinade evenly over each piece, ensuring they are well coated. Let them rest at room temperature for 15 minutes.
3. Step 3: Place the chicken thighs skin-side up on a baking sheet lined with parchment paper. Bake for 35-40 minutes until the skin is golden and the internal temperature reaches 165°F, with the juices running clear.