Lemon-Thyme Roasted Chicken Thighs with Garlic Potatoes

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Juicy roasted chicken thighs infused with fresh lemon and thyme, served alongside golden garlic potatoes that soak up the flavorful pan juices. This mediterranean-inspired chicken ready in about 55 minutes pairs bone-in, skin-on chicken thighs, large, zested and juiced lemon, fresh thyme sprigs 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.

Prep: 15 min Cook: 40 min Serves 4 Mediterranean cuisine 450 cal/serving
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Ingredients

Instructions

  1. Step 1: Preheat oven to 425°F (220°C). In a large bowl, toss 1 lb halved baby potatoes with 1 tbsp olive oil, 1/2 tsp salt, and 1/4 tsp black pepper. Spread evenly on a rimmed baking sheet.
  2. Step 2: Pat dry 6 bone-in, skin-on chicken thighs and season both sides with 1/2 tsp salt and 1/4 tsp black pepper. In the same bowl, mix 2 tbsp olive oil, zest and juice of 1 lemon, and leaves from 4 thyme sprigs.
  3. Step 3: Place chicken thighs skin-side up on top of the potatoes. Pour lemon-thyme oil mixture evenly over chicken and potatoes. Scatter 6 smashed garlic cloves around the pan.
  4. Step 4: Roast in the preheated oven for 35-40 minutes until chicken skin is golden and crisp and an internal temperature of 165°F (74°C) is reached.
  5. Step 5: Remove pan from oven, pour 1/4 cup chicken broth around potatoes, and toss gently to coat. Let rest 5 minutes before serving.

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Frequently asked questions

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

Total time is about 55 minutes (15 min prep + 40 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-Thyme Roasted Chicken Thighs with Garlic Potatoes?

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 fresh thyme sprigs from drying out.

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

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-Thyme Roasted Chicken Thighs with Garlic Potatoes 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.

What goes well with Lemon-Thyme Roasted Chicken Thighs with Garlic Potatoes?

Mediterranean chicken like this pair well with a simple grain (rice, couscous, or crusty bread), a quick salad with acid (lemon vinaigrette, pickled onions), and a pan sauce or yogurt-based dip. Tap "Plan a meal with the AI" to get specific side suggestions.

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