Oven-Roasted Lemon Garlic Herb Chicken Thighs

By AislePrompt Editorial · Published 2026-04-27 · Updated 2026-04-27

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Juicy chicken thighs roasted with bright lemon, fresh garlic, and fragrant herbs for a simple yet flavorful dinner. This American-inspired Mother’s Day recipe, ready in about 50 minutes, pairs bone-in, skin-on chicken thighs, olive oil, lemon juice 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: 10 min Cook: 40 min Serves 4 American cuisine 320 cal/serving

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Ingredients

6 pieces bone-in, skin-on chicken thighs
3 tbsp olive oil
2 tbsp lemon juice
4 garlic cloves, minced
1 tbsp fresh rosemary, chopped
1 tbsp fresh thyme, chopped
1 tsp salt
1/2 tsp black pepper
1 tsp lemon zest

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Instructions

Step 1: Preheat the oven to 425°F (220°C). In a large bowl, combine 3 tbsp olive oil, 2 tbsp lemon juice, 4 minced garlic cloves, 1 tbsp chopped fresh rosemary, 1 tbsp chopped fresh thyme, 1 tsp salt, 1/2 tsp black pepper, and 1 tsp lemon zest.
Step 2: Add 6 bone-in, skin-on chicken thighs to the bowl and toss thoroughly to coat all pieces in the marinade.
Step 3: Arrange the chicken thighs skin-side up on a baking sheet lined with foil or parchment, spacing them evenly.
Step 4: Roast in the preheated oven for 35-40 minutes until the skin is golden and crisp and the internal temperature reaches 165°F (74°C).
Step 5: Remove from oven and let rest for 5 minutes before serving to retain juices.