Keto Oven-Roasted Chicken Thighs with Olive Oil and Herbs

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Juicy chicken thighs roasted in the oven with olive oil and a blend of herbs, perfect for a keto-friendly meal with crispy skin. This American-inspired keto recipe (gluten-free), ready in about 55 minutes, pairs bone-in, skin-on chicken thighs, olive oil, dried thyme 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 low-carb week and pairs well with cauliflower rice or roasted green vegetables. 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 American cuisine 350 cal/serving
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Ingredients

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Instructions

  1. Step 1: Preheat oven to 400°F and pat dry 8 bone-in, skin-on chicken thighs with paper towels for crispy skin.
  2. Step 2: Place the chicken in a large bowl and drizzle with 2 tbsp olive oil, tossing to coat evenly.
  3. Step 3: Sprinkle 1 tsp dried thyme, 1 tsp dried rosemary, 1 tsp garlic powder, 1 1/2 tsp kosher salt, and 1/2 tsp black pepper over the chicken; toss again to distribute the herbs and seasoning.
  4. Step 4: Arrange the thighs skin-side up on a rimmed baking sheet spaced apart.
  5. Step 5: Roast in the oven for 40-45 minutes until skin is golden and crisp and internal temperature registers 165°F.
  6. Step 6: Remove from oven and let rest for 5 minutes before serving to lock in juices.

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