Garlic-Roasted Chicken Thighs with Rosemary

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Juicy chicken thighs roasted with garlic and rosemary until golden, served with a simple pan sauce made from pan drippings and white wine. This mediterranean-inspired chicken ready in about 40 minutes pairs bone-in, skin-on chicken thighs, smashed garlic, teaspoons fresh, chopped rosemary for a weeknight-friendly dinner that comes together with one pan and minimal cleanup. Each serving lands at about 410 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.

Prep: 10 min Cook: 30 min Serves 4 Mediterranean cuisine 410 cal/serving
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Instructions

  1. Step 1: Pat 8 chicken thighs dry, season with salt and pepper, then toss with 3 tablespoons olive oil and 6 smashed garlic cloves on a baking sheet.
  2. Step 2: Roast at 425°F for 25 minutes until skin is golden and chicken reaches 165°F internal temperature.
  3. Step 3: Remove chicken, pour 1/2 cup white wine into the pan, and simmer over medium heat for 3 minutes until reduced by half, then stir in 2 teaspoons chopped rosemary and lemon slices.

Frequently asked questions

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

Total time is about 40 minutes (10 min prep + 30 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 Garlic-Roasted Chicken Thighs with Rosemary?

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 smashed garlic from drying out.

Can I substitute ingredients in Garlic-Roasted Chicken Thighs with Rosemary?

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

The recipe is written for 4 servings. Multiply each ingredient by (your serving target / 4). 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 Garlic-Roasted Chicken Thighs with Rosemary?

Mediterranean chicken 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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