Pan-Roasted Chicken with Rosemary and Garlic from the Mediterranean Coast

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Juicy pan-roasted chicken thighs infused with fragrant rosemary and garlic, served with a light lemon butter sauce. This mediterranean-inspired chicken ready in about 35 minutes pairs bone-in, skin-on chicken thighs, fresh rosemary sprigs, garlic cloves 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: 25 min Serves 4 Mediterranean cuisine 320 cal/serving
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Ingredients

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Instructions

  1. Step 1: Pat dry 4 bone-in, skin-on chicken thighs and season both sides with 1 tsp kosher salt and 1/2 tsp black pepper. Heat 3 tbsp extra virgin olive oil in a large skillet over medium-high heat until shimmering.
  2. Step 2: Add the chicken thighs skin-side down and sear for 6-7 minutes until the skin is golden brown and crispy, then flip and cook for 4 minutes on the other side.
  3. Step 3: Add 3 sprigs fresh rosemary, 5 crushed garlic cloves, 2 tbsp unsalted butter, and 1/4 cup water to the skillet. Reduce heat to medium-low and spoon the melted butter and pan juices over the chicken as it simmers for 8-10 minutes until cooked through.
  4. Step 4: Remove the chicken and keep warm. Stir 2 tbsp lemon juice into the pan sauce, cook for 1 minute until slightly thickened, then drizzle over the chicken before serving.

Frequently asked questions

How long does Pan-Roasted Chicken with Rosemary and Garlic from the Mediterranean Coast take to make?

Total time is about 35 minutes (10 min prep + 25 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 Pan-Roasted Chicken with Rosemary and Garlic from the Mediterranean Coast?

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 fresh rosemary sprigs from drying out.

Can I substitute ingredients in Pan-Roasted Chicken with Rosemary and Garlic from the Mediterranean Coast?

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 Pan-Roasted Chicken with Rosemary and Garlic from the Mediterranean Coast for a different number of people?

The recipe is written for 4 servings. Multiply each ingredient by (your serving target / 4). 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.

What goes well with Pan-Roasted Chicken with Rosemary and Garlic from the Mediterranean Coast?

Mediterranean chicken like this pair well with a simple grain (rice, couscous, or crusty bread), a quick salad with acid (lemon vinaigrette, pickled onions), and a pan sauce or yogurt-based dip. Tap "Plan a meal with the AI" to get specific side suggestions.

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