Lemon-Garlic Roasted Chicken Thighs with Thyme

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Chicken thighs roasted until golden with aromatic garlic and lemon, finished with fresh thyme for bright, herbaceous notes. This mediterranean-inspired chicken (whole30, dairy-free) ready in about 40 minutes pairs (1.5 lbs total) boneless chicken thighs, olive oil, minced garlic 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 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: 30 min Serves 4 Mediterranean cuisine 320 cal/serving
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Ingredients

Instructions

  1. Step 1: Preheat oven to 400°F. Pat chicken thighs dry and place in a baking dish. Drizzle with 2 tbsp olive oil, then sprinkle with 2 minced garlic cloves, 1 tsp dried thyme, 1/2 tsp sea salt, and 1/4 tsp black pepper.
  2. Step 2: Arrange 1 lemon, thinly sliced, on top of the chicken. Roast for 27-30 minutes until chicken reaches 165°F internally and lemon slices are golden.
  3. Step 3: Remove from oven, let rest 5 minutes, then garnish with 1/4 cup fresh parsley before serving.

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Frequently asked questions

How long does Lemon-Garlic Roasted Chicken Thighs with Thyme take to make?

Total time is about 40 minutes (10 min prep + 30 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 Lemon-Garlic Roasted Chicken Thighs with Thyme?

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 olive oil from drying out.

Can I substitute ingredients in Lemon-Garlic Roasted Chicken Thighs with Thyme?

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 Lemon-Garlic Roasted Chicken Thighs with Thyme 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.

Is Lemon-Garlic Roasted Chicken Thighs with Thyme whole30?

Yes — this recipe is tagged whole30, dairy-free, gluten-free based on its ingredient list. Always cross-check labels for packaged ingredients (sauces, broths, condiments) since formulations vary by brand.

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