Oven-Roasted Whole30 Lemon Garlic Chicken Thighs

By AislePrompt Editorial · Published 2026-06-04 · Updated 2026-06-04

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Juicy chicken thighs roasted with fresh lemon juice, garlic, and herbs for a simple Whole30-compliant dinner. This Mediterranean-inspired Whole30 recipe (gluten-free), ready in about 60 minutes, pairs bone-in, skin-on chicken thighs, extra virgin olive oil, fresh 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 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: 20 min Cook: 40 min Serves 4 Mediterranean cuisine 320 cal/serving

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Ingredients

6 pieces bone-in, skin-on chicken thighs
3 tbsp extra virgin olive oil
2 tbsp fresh lemon juice
4 garlic cloves, minced
1 tbsp fresh thyme leaves
1 tsp sea salt
1/2 tsp freshly ground black pepper
1 tsp lemon zest

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Instructions

Step 1: Preheat your oven to 425°F (220°C). In a small bowl, combine 3 tbsp extra virgin olive oil, 2 tbsp fresh lemon juice, 4 minced garlic cloves, 1 tbsp fresh thyme leaves, 1 tsp sea salt, 1/2 tsp freshly ground black pepper, and 1 tsp lemon zest to create a marinade.
Step 2: Pat 6 bone-in, skin-on chicken thighs dry with paper towels and place them in a large bowl. Pour the marinade over the chicken and toss to coat evenly. Let marinate for 15 minutes at room temperature.
Step 3: Arrange the chicken thighs skin-side up on a rimmed baking sheet lined with parchment paper or foil. 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 4: Remove from the oven and let rest for 5 minutes before serving to allow the juices to redistribute.