Oven-Roasted Chicken Thighs with Carrot and Parsnip Mash

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Juicy oven-roasted chicken thighs seasoned with rosemary and garlic, served with a creamy mash of carrots and parsnips for a comforting paleo dinner. This Mediterranean-inspired paleo recipe (gluten free, dairy free), ready in about 55 minutes, pairs bone-in, skin-on chicken thighs, carrots, parsnips for a weeknight-friendly dinner that comes together with one pan and minimal cleanup. Each serving lands at about 480 calories and feeds 6, so it slots cleanly into a Whole30 week and pairs well with roasted sweet potato or a simple olive-oil salad. 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 6 Mediterranean cuisine 480 cal/serving
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Ingredients

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Instructions

  1. Step 1: Preheat oven to 400°F. In a large bowl, toss 6 bone-in, skin-on chicken thighs with 2 tbsp olive oil, 1 tsp sea salt, 1/2 tsp black pepper, and 2 tbsp chopped fresh rosemary until evenly coated.
  2. Step 2: Arrange chicken thighs skin-side up on a rimmed baking sheet and roast in the oven for 35-40 minutes until skin is golden and internal temperature reaches 165°F.
  3. Step 3: While the chicken roasts, place 4 chopped large carrots, 3 chopped medium parsnips, and 5 peeled garlic cloves into a large pot. Cover with water and bring to a boil over medium-high heat.
  4. Step 4: Reduce heat to medium and simmer vegetables for 20 minutes until very tender when pierced with a fork.
  5. Step 5: Drain the vegetables and transfer to a large bowl. Add 1/4 cup full-fat coconut milk, 1/2 tsp sea salt, and 1/2 tsp black pepper. Mash with a potato masher or fork until creamy and smooth.
  6. Step 6: Serve the roasted chicken thighs alongside a generous scoop of carrot-parsnip mash.

Frequently asked questions

How long does Oven-Roasted Chicken Thighs with Carrot and Parsnip Mash 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 Oven-Roasted Chicken Thighs with Carrot and Parsnip Mash?

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 carrots from drying out.

Can I substitute ingredients in Oven-Roasted Chicken Thighs with Carrot and Parsnip Mash?

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 Oven-Roasted Chicken Thighs with Carrot and Parsnip Mash for a different number of people?

The recipe is written for 6 servings. Multiply each ingredient by (your serving target / 6). 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.

Is Oven-Roasted Chicken Thighs with Carrot and Parsnip Mash gluten free?

Yes — this recipe is tagged gluten free, dairy free, whole30 based on its ingredient list. Always cross-check labels for packaged ingredients (sauces, broths, condiments) since formulations vary by brand.

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