Lemon-Garlic Roasted Chicken Thighs with Preserved Lemon

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Juicy roasted chicken thighs infused with the bright tang of preserved lemon and garlic, finished with fresh herbs for a Mediterranean flavor punch. This Mediterranean-inspired chicken recipe (gluten free), ready in about 60 minutes, pairs bone-in chicken thighs, preserved lemon, garlic cloves for a weeknight-friendly dinner that comes together with one pan and minimal cleanup. Each serving lands at about 320 calories and feeds 4, so it slots cleanly into a weekly meal plan and pairs well with rice, quinoa, or a quick 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: 20 min Cook: 40 min Serves 4 Mediterranean cuisine 320 cal/serving
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Ingredients

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Instructions

  1. Step 1: Preheat oven to 425°F. In a large bowl, combine 3 tbsp olive oil, 5 minced garlic cloves, 1 tsp salt, 1/2 tsp black pepper, 2 tbsp fresh thyme leaves, 1 tbsp chopped fresh rosemary, 2 tbsp fresh lemon juice, and the thinly sliced rind of 1 preserved lemon. Whisk to create a marinade.
  2. Step 2: Add 6 bone-in chicken thighs to the marinade and toss thoroughly to coat each piece evenly. Let marinate at room temperature for 15 minutes.
  3. Step 3: Arrange the chicken thighs skin-side up on a rimmed baking sheet lined with parchment paper. Roast in the preheated oven for 35-40 minutes, until the skin is golden brown and crisp and an internal temperature of 165°F is reached.
  4. Step 4: Remove from oven and let rest for 5 minutes before serving, allowing the preserved lemon and garlic flavors to penetrate the tender chicken.

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