Oven-Roasted Herb Chicken with Citrus and Garlic

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Juicy oven-roasted chicken thighs infused with fresh herbs, garlic, and bright citrus flavors for a simple yet flavorful dinner. This Mediterranean-inspired chicken recipe, ready in about 65 minutes, pairs bone-in, skin-on chicken thighs, olive oil, fresh rosemary, chopped for a weeknight-friendly dinner that comes together with one pan and minimal cleanup. Each serving lands at about 320 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: 25 min Cook: 40 min Serves 4 Mediterranean cuisine 320 cal/serving
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Ingredients

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Instructions

  1. Step 1: Preheat your oven to 425°F (220°C). In a small bowl, combine 3 tbsp olive oil, 2 tbsp chopped fresh rosemary, 1 tbsp fresh thyme leaves, 4 minced garlic cloves, 1 tsp lemon zest, 2 tbsp lemon juice, 1 1/2 tsp salt, and 1 tsp black pepper to create a marinade.
  2. Step 2: Pat dry 6 bone-in, skin-on chicken thighs and rub the marinade evenly all over them, making sure to get under the skin for maximum flavor. Let them sit at room temperature for 20 minutes.
  3. Step 3: Arrange the chicken thighs skin-side up on a baking sheet lined with parchment paper. Tuck 6 orange slices around and under the chicken pieces for added aroma and moisture.
  4. Step 4: Roast in the preheated oven for 35-40 minutes until the skin is golden brown and crisp, and the internal temperature reaches 165°F (74°C). Let rest for 5 minutes before serving.

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