Open-Source Inspired Herb and Garlic Sheet Pan Chicken

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Juicy roasted chicken thighs infused with garlic and fresh herbs, roasted on a sheet pan for an easy, flavorful dinner. This Mediterranean-inspired chicken recipe, ready in about 55 minutes, pairs bone-in chicken thighs, olive oil, garlic cloves for a weeknight-friendly dinner that comes together with one pan and minimal cleanup. Each serving lands at about 350 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 350 cal/serving
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Ingredients

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Instructions

  1. Step 1: Preheat your oven to 425°F (220°C). Peel and finely mince 6 garlic cloves and mix in a bowl with 3 tablespoons olive oil, 2 tablespoons chopped fresh rosemary, 2 tablespoons chopped fresh thyme, 1 1/2 teaspoons salt, 1 teaspoon black pepper, 1 teaspoon lemon zest, and 2 tablespoons lemon juice.
  2. Step 2: Pat dry 6 bone-in chicken thighs with paper towels and rub the garlic-herb olive oil mixture evenly over each piece, coating all sides thoroughly.
  3. Step 3: Arrange the chicken thighs skin side up on a rimmed baking sheet lined with parchment paper or foil for easy cleanup. Roast in the preheated oven for 35-40 minutes, until the skin is golden and crisp and an internal thermometer reads 165°F (74°C).
  4. Step 4: Remove from oven and let rest for 5 minutes before serving to allow juices to redistribute, resulting in tender, flavorful chicken.

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