Lemon-Garlic Roasted Chicken Thighs with Fresh Thyme

Name: Lemon-Garlic Roasted Chicken Thighs with Fresh Thyme
Prep time: 15 min
Cook time: 35 min
Total time: 50 min
Yield: 4 servings
Cuisine: American
Ingredients: 1.5 pounds chicken thighs; 2 tablespoons olive oil; 4, minced garlic cloves; 1, zested and juiced lemon; 2 tablespoons, chopped fresh thyme; 1 teaspoon salt; 1/2 teaspoon black pepper

Golden-skinned chicken thighs infused with zesty lemon and aromatic garlic, finished with a bright burst of fresh thyme for a simple yet elegant weeknight meal.

Cuisine: American

Category: Chicken

Prep: 15 minutes. Cook: 35 minutes.

Serves 4.

Ingredients

1.5 pounds chicken thighs
2 tablespoons olive oil
4, minced garlic cloves
1, zested and juiced lemon
2 tablespoons, chopped fresh thyme
1 teaspoon salt
1/2 teaspoon black pepper

Instructions

Step 1: Preheat oven to 425°F. Pat the 1.5 pounds chicken thighs dry with paper towels, then season evenly with 1 teaspoon salt and 1/2 teaspoon black pepper.
Step 2: Arrange chicken thighs skin-side up in a single layer in a 9x13-inch baking dish. Drizzle with 2 tablespoons olive oil, then sprinkle with 4 minced garlic cloves, the zest and juice of 1 lemon, and 2 tablespoons chopped fresh thyme.
Step 3: Roast for 35 minutes, or until skin is golden brown and crisp, and internal temperature reaches 165°F when checked with a meat thermometer.
Step 4: Remove from oven and let rest for 5 minutes before serving to retain juices.