Baked Lemon-Garlic Chicken Thighs with Roasted Asparagus

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Tender chicken thighs roasted with bright lemon and garlic, served alongside crisp-tender asparagus for a satisfying low-carb dinner. This american-inspired keto (low-carb) ready in about 32 minutes pairs chicken thighs, olive oil, lemon for a weeknight-friendly dinner that comes together with one pan and minimal cleanup. Each serving lands at about 325 calories and feeds 1, 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: 10 min Cook: 22 min Serves 1 American cuisine 325 cal/serving
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Ingredients

Instructions

  1. Step 1: Preheat oven to 400°F. Pat chicken thighs dry with paper towels. Place in a single layer in a baking dish.
  2. Step 2: Zest and juice the lemon half, then mince the garlic cloves. Drizzle lemon juice and minced garlic over chicken, adding 1 tbsp olive oil, 1/4 tsp salt, and 1/8 tsp black pepper. Toss to coat evenly.
  3. Step 3: Arrange asparagus around chicken. Roast for 20-22 minutes until chicken reaches 165°F internally and asparagus is tender-crisp with slightly charred edges.

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Frequently asked questions

How long does Baked Lemon-Garlic Chicken Thighs with Roasted Asparagus take to make?

Total time is about 32 minutes (10 min prep + 22 min cook). Most home cooks find this fits comfortably into a weeknight; double the batch on Sunday for two dinners.

How do I store leftover Baked Lemon-Garlic Chicken Thighs with Roasted Asparagus?

Cool to room temperature within 2 hours, then store in an airtight container in the fridge for up to 4 days. Reheat covered in a 350°F oven for 10-12 minutes, or microwave at 70% power in 60-second bursts to keep chicken thighs from drying out.

Can I substitute ingredients in Baked Lemon-Garlic Chicken Thighs with Roasted Asparagus?

Yes — most ingredients in this recipe have flexible swaps. For oil, use any neutral high-smoke-point oil (avocado, grapeseed, refined coconut). For aromatics, dried herbs at ⅓ the volume of fresh work in a pinch. The full ingredient list is shoppable on Instacart so you can see substitutes in real time.

How do I scale Baked Lemon-Garlic Chicken Thighs with Roasted Asparagus for a different number of people?

The recipe is written for 1 servings. Multiply each ingredient by (your serving target / 1). Cook time stays roughly the same up to 2x; for 3-4x batches, switch from a skillet to a sheet pan or stockpot so the food isn't crowded — overcrowding steams instead of browns.

Is Baked Lemon-Garlic Chicken Thighs with Roasted Asparagus low-carb?

Yes — this recipe is tagged low-carb based on its ingredient list. Always cross-check labels for packaged ingredients (sauces, broths, condiments) since formulations vary by brand.

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