Low-Temperature Slow-Baked Lemon Herb Chicken Thighs

By AislePrompt Editorial · Published 2026-06-17 · Updated 2026-06-17

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Juicy chicken thighs slow-baked at low heat with lemon, garlic, and herbs to create tender meat infused with bright, aromatic flavors. This French-inspired chicken recipe, ready in about 165 minutes, pairs bone-in, skin-on chicken thighs, 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 6, 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: 150 min Serves 6 French cuisine 320 cal/serving

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Ingredients

6 pieces (about 2 lbs) bone-in, skin-on chicken thighs
1 large, zested and juiced lemon
5, minced garlic cloves
1 tbsp, chopped fresh rosemary
3 tbsp olive oil
1 1/2 tsp salt
1 tsp black pepper
1/4 cup chicken broth

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Instructions

Step 1: Preheat oven to 275°F. In a small bowl, combine 3 tbsp olive oil, zest and juice of 1 large lemon, 5 minced garlic cloves, 1 tbsp chopped fresh rosemary, 1 1/2 tsp salt, and 1 tsp black pepper.
Step 2: Place 6 bone-in, skin-on chicken thighs in a single layer in a roasting pan. Rub the lemon-herb mixture evenly over the chicken thighs, ensuring the mixture gets under the skin for maximum flavor.
Step 3: Pour 1/4 cup chicken broth into the bottom of the pan to keep the chicken moist during low-temperature cooking.
Step 4: Bake uncovered for 2 to 2 1/2 hours until the chicken is tender and reaches an internal temperature of 165°F. The skin will be soft, and juices clear.
Step 5: For crispy skin, broil the chicken for 3-5 minutes at the end, watching carefully to avoid burning. Let rest 5 minutes before serving.