Ginger-Fennel Roasted Chicken Thighs

By AislePrompt Editorial · Published 2026-04-06 · Updated 2026-04-06

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Tender chicken thighs roasted with anti-inflammatory ginger and fennel to soothe bloating and support digestion during Whole30. This Mediterranean-inspired Whole30 recipe (anti-inflammatory), ready in about 40 minutes, pairs chicken thighs, avocado oil, fresh ginger for a weeknight-friendly dinner that comes together with one pan and minimal cleanup. Each serving lands at about 410 calories and feeds 2, 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: 25 min Serves 2 Mediterranean cuisine 410 cal/serving

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Ingredients

1 lb chicken thighs
2 tbsp avocado oil
1 tbsp grated fresh ginger
1 medium fennel bulb
2 cloves minced garlic
1 tsp sea salt
1/2 tsp black pepper

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Instructions

Step 1: Preheat oven to 400°F (200°C). Pat 1 lb chicken thighs dry with paper towels, then season evenly with 1 tsp sea salt and 1/2 tsp black pepper.
Step 2: Slice 1 medium fennel bulb into 1/4-inch wedges and place in a baking dish. Scatter 2 minced garlic cloves and 1 tbsp grated fresh ginger over the fennel. Drizzle with 2 tbsp avocado oil, then toss to coat.
Step 3: Arrange seasoned chicken thighs on top of the fennel mixture. Roast for 25 minutes until chicken is golden brown and reaches 165°F (74°C) internally, basting once with pan juices after 15 minutes. Let rest for 5 minutes before serving to lock in moisture.