Herb-Roasted Chicken Thighs with Lemon and Garlic

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Juicy, flavorful chicken thighs roasted with fresh herbs and lemon until golden, served with a simple pan sauce that elevates this easy weeknight dinner. This Mediterranean-inspired sheet-pan recipe, ready in about 35 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 410 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: 25 min Serves 2 Mediterranean cuisine 410 cal/serving
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Ingredients

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Instructions

  1. Step 1: Pat 10 oz chicken thighs dry with paper towels, then rub with 2 tbsp olive oil. Season generously with salt and pepper. Finely chop 4 garlic cloves and mince 1 tbsp fresh rosemary and 1 tbsp fresh thyme. Mix with 1/2 cup chicken broth in a small bowl.
  2. Step 2: Place chicken thighs skin-side up in a baking dish. Scatter chopped garlic and herbs over the chicken, then squeeze juice from 1 lemon over the top. Roast in a preheated 400°F (200°C) oven for 25 minutes until skin is crisp and golden.
  3. Step 3: Remove chicken from oven and let rest for 5 minutes. Pour the pan juices and lemon bits into a small saucepan, then add 1/2 cup chicken broth. Simmer over medium heat for 5 minutes until sauce reduces by half and thickens slightly, stirring occasionally.
  4. Step 4: Spoon the reduced sauce over the chicken thighs before serving. Serve with roasted vegetables or mashed potatoes for a complete meal.

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