Lemon-Herb Chicken Thighs with Roasted Cherry Tomatoes

By AislePrompt Editorial · Published 2026-04-05 · Updated 2026-04-05

Juicy, herb-crusted chicken thighs baked with sweet cherry tomatoes and garlic, creating a simple yet elegant dinner that’s ready in 38 minutes. This Mediterranean-inspired chicken recipe, ready in about 38 minutes, pairs bone-in chicken thighs, olive oil, lemon for a weeknight-friendly dinner that comes together with one pan and minimal cleanup. Each serving lands at about 480 calories and feeds 2, 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

• 1 lb bone-in chicken thighs
• 2 tbsp olive oil
• 1, zested and juiced lemon
• 1 tbsp, chopped fresh rosemary
• 1 tsp, chopped fresh thyme
• 3 cloves, minced garlic
• 12 oz cherry tomatoes
• 1/2 tsp salt
• 1/4 tsp black pepper

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Instructions

1. Step 1: Preheat oven to 425°F. Pat 1 lb bone-in chicken thighs dry with paper towels, then rub with 2 tbsp olive oil, 1/2 tsp salt, and 1/4 tsp black pepper.
2. Step 2: In a small bowl, mix 1 tbsp chopped rosemary, 1 tsp chopped thyme, 3 minced garlic cloves, zest and juice of 1 lemon, and 1/2 tsp salt.
3. Step 3: Spread 12 oz cherry tomatoes in a single layer on a parchment-lined baking sheet. Rub chicken thighs with the herb mixture, then place on top of tomatoes.
4. Step 4: Roast for 25-28 minutes, turning chicken halfway, until chicken reaches 165°F internally and tomatoes are burst and caramelized around the edges.
5. Step 5: Let rest for 5 minutes before serving, spooning the pan juices and tomatoes over the chicken.