Batch-Baked Rosemary Chicken with Garlic and Lemon
Tender chicken thighs roasted with fresh rosemary, garlic, and bright lemon for a fragrant, juicy meal. This French recipe, ready in about 60 minutes, pairs bone-in, skin-on chicken thighs, fresh rosemary sprigs, 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, skin-on chicken thighs
- 3 fresh rosemary sprigs
- 4 garlic cloves, minced
- 1 tsp lemon zest
- 2 tbsp lemon juice
- 3 tbsp olive oil
- 1.5 tsp salt
- 1 tsp black pepper
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Instructions
- Step 1: Preheat your oven to 425°F. In a large mixing bowl, combine 3 tbsp olive oil, 4 minced garlic cloves, 1 tsp lemon zest, 2 tbsp lemon juice, 1.5 tsp salt, and 1 tsp black pepper. Stir in 3 fresh rosemary sprigs by stripping the leaves and chopping finely.
- Step 2: Add 6 bone-in, skin-on chicken thighs to the bowl and toss thoroughly to coat each piece evenly in the marinade. Let it rest at room temperature for 15 minutes to absorb the flavors.
- Step 3: Arrange the chicken thighs skin-side up on a rimmed baking sheet lined with parchment paper. Roast in the oven for 35-40 minutes until the skin is golden and crispy, and the internal temperature reaches 165°F.
- Step 4: Remove from oven and let rest for 5 minutes before serving to allow juices to redistribute, enhancing tenderness and flavor.








