Garlic-Lemon Herb-Roasted Chicken Thighs

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Succulent chicken thighs roasted with a bright lemon-garlic herb mixture, creating a golden crust and tender meat that pairs perfectly with fresh vegetables. This American-inspired Whole30 recipe, ready in about 55 minutes, pairs chicken thighs, olive oil, garlic for a weeknight-friendly dinner that comes together with one pan and minimal cleanup. Each serving lands at about 350 calories and feeds 4, so it slots cleanly into a Whole30 week and pairs well with roasted sweet potato or a simple olive-oil salad. 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: 15 min Cook: 40 min Serves 4 American cuisine 350 cal/serving
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Ingredients

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Instructions

  1. Step 1: Preheat oven to 400°F (200°C). Pat chicken thighs dry with paper towels and season with 1 tsp salt and 1/2 tsp black pepper.
  2. Step 2: Whisk together 3 tbsp olive oil, 4 minced garlic cloves, 2 tbsp lemon juice, 1 tbsp chopped rosemary, and 1 tsp dried thyme in a small bowl.
  3. Step 3: Rub the herb mixture evenly over all chicken thighs, ensuring each piece is coated.
  4. Step 4: Place chicken thighs skin-side up in a single layer in a baking dish. Bake for 35-40 minutes until the skin is golden brown and internal temperature reaches 165°F (74°C).
  5. Step 5: Rest for 5 minutes before serving to lock in juices.

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