Lemon-Garlic Roasted Chicken with Herb Potatoes

By AislePrompt Editorial · Published 2026-06-26 · Updated 2026-06-26

Juicy roasted chicken thighs infused with lemon and garlic, served alongside crispy herb-roasted potatoes. This Mediterranean-inspired chicken recipe, ready in about 60 minutes, pairs bone-in chicken thighs, lemon juice, garlic cloves for a weeknight-friendly dinner that comes together with one pan and minimal cleanup. Each serving lands at about 450 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.

Ingredients

• 6 pieces bone-in chicken thighs
• 3 tbsp lemon juice
• 5, minced garlic cloves
• 4 tbsp olive oil
• 2 tsp, chopped rosemary
• 1 tsp, chopped thyme
• 1.5 lbs, halved baby potatoes
• 2 tsp salt
• 1 tsp black pepper
• 1 tsp paprika

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Instructions

1. Step 1: Preheat oven to 425°F. In a large bowl, whisk together 3 tbsp lemon juice, 5 minced garlic cloves, 4 tbsp olive oil, 2 tsp chopped rosemary, 1 tsp chopped thyme, 2 tsp salt, 1 tsp black pepper, and 1 tsp paprika.
2. Step 2: Add 6 bone-in chicken thighs and 1.5 lbs halved baby potatoes to the bowl. Toss until chicken and potatoes are evenly coated with the marinade.
3. Step 3: Arrange chicken thighs skin-side up on a large rimmed baking sheet and scatter potatoes around them in a single layer.
4. Step 4: Roast in the oven for 40-45 minutes until chicken reaches an internal temperature of 165°F and potatoes are golden and crispy, turning potatoes halfway through cooking for even browning.
5. Step 5: Remove from oven and let rest for 5 minutes before serving.