Herb-Roasted Lemon Asparagus Chicken

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

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Juicy chicken thighs roasted with fresh rosemary, thyme, and asparagus until vegetables are tender-crisp and chicken is golden, all in one pan for minimal cleanup and maximum flavor. This Mediterranean-inspired chicken recipe (whole30), ready in about 35 minutes, pairs chicken thighs, avocado oil, lemons for a weeknight-friendly dinner that comes together with one pan and minimal cleanup. Each serving lands at about 350 calories and feeds 4, 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: 10 min Cook: 25 min Serves 4 Mediterranean cuisine 350 cal/serving

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Ingredients

4 boneless, skinless (about 1.5 lbs) chicken thighs
2 tbsp avocado oil
2 (zested and juiced: 1 tbsp zest, 2 tbsp juice) lemons
3 minced garlic cloves
1/2 cup chopped fresh rosemary
1/2 cup chopped fresh thyme
1 lb (trimmed, cut into 2-inch pieces) asparagus
1/2 tsp salt
1/4 tsp black pepper

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Instructions

Step 1: Preheat oven to 425°F (220°C). Pat 4 chicken thighs dry and season evenly with 1/2 tsp salt and 1/4 tsp black pepper on both sides.
Step 2: In a small bowl, combine 2 tbsp avocado oil, 1 tbsp lemon zest, 2 tbsp lemon juice, 3 minced garlic cloves, 1/2 cup chopped rosemary, and 1/2 cup chopped thyme.
Step 3: Place chicken thighs in a large roasting pan and brush generously with the herb-oil mixture, ensuring even coating.
Step 4: Arrange 1 lb trimmed asparagus pieces around the chicken in the pan, then sprinkle with 1/2 tsp salt and 1/4 tsp black pepper.
Step 5: Roast in the preheated oven for 25-30 minutes until chicken reaches 165°F internally and asparagus is tender-crisp (edges slightly charred).
Step 6: Remove from oven and let rest for 5 minutes before serving to allow juices to redistribute.