Herb-Roasted Chicken Thighs with Lemon Potatoes

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Juicy chicken thighs roasted with garlic and herbs, paired with tender lemon-infused potatoes. This french-inspired sheet pan ready in about 55 minutes pairs (bone-in, skin-on) chicken thighs, cubed russet potatoes, olive oil for a weeknight-friendly dinner that comes together with one pan and minimal cleanup. Each serving lands at about 420 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: 45 min Serves 4 French cuisine 420 cal/serving
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Ingredients

Instructions

  1. Step 1: Preheat oven to 400°F. Toss potatoes with 1 tbsp olive oil, 1/2 tsp salt, and 1/4 tsp pepper on a sheet pan.
  2. Step 2: Season chicken thighs with 1/2 tsp salt, 1/4 tsp pepper, dried rosemary, and half the thyme. Arrange chicken on top of potatoes.
  3. Step 3: Scatter minced garlic and lemon zest over everything. Drizzle with remaining 2 tbsp olive oil and lemon juice.
  4. Step 4: Roast 40-45 minutes until chicken reaches 165°F internally and potatoes are golden and tender. Sprinkle with remaining thyme before serving.

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Frequently asked questions

How long does Herb-Roasted Chicken Thighs with Lemon Potatoes take to make?

Total time is about 55 minutes (10 min prep + 45 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 Herb-Roasted Chicken Thighs with Lemon Potatoes?

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 cubed russet potatoes from drying out.

Can I substitute ingredients in Herb-Roasted Chicken Thighs with Lemon Potatoes?

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 Herb-Roasted Chicken Thighs with Lemon Potatoes 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 Herb-Roasted Chicken Thighs with Lemon Potatoes?

French sheet pan 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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