Baked Rosemary-Garlic Chicken Thighs with Roasted Broccoli

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Tender chicken thighs with aromatic rosemary and garlic, served alongside crisp-tender roasted broccoli. This american-inspired keto ready in about 36 minutes pairs Chicken thighs, Olive oil, Fresh rosemary for a weeknight-friendly dinner that comes together with one pan and minimal cleanup. Each serving lands at about 680 calories and feeds 2, 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: 26 min Serves 2 American cuisine 680 cal/serving
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Ingredients

Instructions

  1. Step 1: Preheat oven to 425°F (220°C). Pat 6 chicken thighs dry with paper towels and season evenly with 1/2 tsp kosher salt and 1/4 tsp black pepper.
  2. Step 2: Mince 3 garlic cloves and finely chop 1 tbsp fresh rosemary. Whisk with 2 tbsp olive oil in a bowl.
  3. Step 3: Place chicken thighs in a single layer on a parchment-lined baking sheet. Brush evenly with garlic-rosemary oil, then arrange 2 cups broccoli florets around the chicken.
  4. Step 4: Bake for 25-28 minutes, flipping chicken halfway through, until chicken reaches 165°F (74°C) internally and broccoli is tender with golden edges.

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Frequently asked questions

How long does Baked Rosemary-Garlic Chicken Thighs with Roasted Broccoli take to make?

Total time is about 36 minutes (10 min prep + 26 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 Rosemary-Garlic Chicken Thighs with Roasted Broccoli?

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 Rosemary-Garlic Chicken Thighs with Roasted Broccoli?

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 Rosemary-Garlic Chicken Thighs with Roasted Broccoli for a different number of people?

The recipe is written for 2 servings. Multiply each ingredient by (your serving target / 2). 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.

What goes well with Baked Rosemary-Garlic Chicken Thighs with Roasted Broccoli?

American keto like this pair well with a simple grain (rice, couscous, or crusty bread), a quick salad with acid (lemon vinaigrette, pickled onions), and a pan sauce or yogurt-based dip. Tap "Plan a meal with the AI" to get specific side suggestions.

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