Oven-Roasted Herb Chicken
Juicy oven-roasted chicken marinated in fresh herbs and garlic. This American-inspired Fourth of July recipe, ready in about 65 minutes, pairs bone-in chicken thighs, olive oil, fresh rosemary 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.
Ingredients
- 6 pieces bone-in chicken thighs
- 3 tbsp olive oil
- 2 tbsp chopped fresh rosemary
- 1 tbsp chopped fresh thyme
- 4 minced garlic cloves
- 1 tsp lemon zest
- 1 tsp salt
- 1/2 tsp black pepper
- 1 tsp paprika
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Instructions
- Step 1: Preheat your oven to 425°F (220°C). In a large bowl, combine 3 tbsp olive oil, 2 tbsp chopped fresh rosemary, 1 tbsp chopped fresh thyme, 4 minced garlic cloves, 1 tsp lemon zest, 1 tsp salt, 1/2 tsp black pepper, and 1 tsp paprika to create the marinade.
- Step 2: Add 6 bone-in chicken thighs to the marinade, tossing well to evenly coat each piece. Let the chicken marinate for at least 20 minutes at room temperature to absorb the flavors.
- Step 3: Arrange the marinated chicken thighs on a baking sheet lined with foil, skin side up. Roast in the preheated oven for 35-40 minutes until the skin is golden brown and the internal temperature reaches 165°F (74°C), turning once halfway for even cooking.
- Step 4: Remove from oven and let rest for 5 minutes before serving, allowing the juices to redistribute and keep the chicken moist.









