Herb-Roasted Chicken Thighs with Lemon-Dill Potatoes
Juicy chicken thighs with crispy lemon-dill roasted potatoes, featuring a simple herb infusion that elevates basic pantry staples.
Cuisine: European
Category: Sheet Pan
Prep: 15 minutes. Cook: 45 minutes.
Serves 2.
Ingredients
- 12 oz chicken thighs
- 1 lb baby potatoes
- 1 lemon
- 2 tbsp fresh dill
- 3 garlic cloves
- 3 tbsp olive oil
- 1 tsp dried thyme
- 1/2 tsp salt
- 1/4 tsp black pepper
Instructions
- Step 1: Preheat oven to 400°F. Cut potatoes into halves or quarters if large. Dice lemon into 1/4-inch pieces, discarding seeds.
- Step 2: Toss potatoes, lemon pieces, 1 tbsp olive oil, 1/4 tsp salt, and 1/4 tsp black pepper on a baking sheet.
- Step 3: Roast potatoes for 20 minutes while preparing chicken.
- Step 4: Pat chicken thighs dry, then rub with remaining 2 tbsp olive oil, 1/4 tsp salt, 1/4 tsp black pepper, and dried thyme.
- Step 5: Place chicken on top of potatoes, skin-side up.
- Step 6: Scatter minced garlic and chopped fresh dill over chicken and potatoes.
- Step 7: Continue roasting for 25-30 minutes until chicken reaches 165°F internally and potatoes are golden and tender when pierced with a fork.