Roasted Lemon-Garlic Chicken Thighs with Sautéed Zucchini

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Juicy roasted chicken thighs infused with lemon and garlic, served alongside tender sautéed zucchini for a wholesome Whole30 meal. This mediterranean-inspired whole30 (gluten free) ready in about 50 minutes pairs bone-in, skin-on chicken thighs, lemon juice, garlic cloves, minced for a weeknight-friendly dinner that comes together with one pan and minimal cleanup. Each serving lands at about 350 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: 10 min Cook: 40 min Serves 4 Mediterranean cuisine 350 cal/serving
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Ingredients

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Instructions

  1. Step 1: Preheat oven to 425°F. In a small bowl, whisk together 2 tbsp lemon juice, 4 minced garlic cloves, 3 tbsp olive oil, 1 tsp dried thyme, 1 tsp salt, and 1/2 tsp black pepper. Place 4 bone-in, skin-on chicken thighs in a baking dish and coat evenly with the lemon-garlic marinade.
  2. Step 2: Roast the chicken thighs in the preheated oven for 35-40 minutes until the skin is golden and the internal temperature reaches 165°F. Remove from oven and let rest.
  3. Step 3: Meanwhile, heat 1 tbsp olive oil in a large skillet over medium heat. Add 2 sliced medium zucchinis and sauté for 6-8 minutes until tender and slightly caramelized, stirring occasionally. Season with a pinch of salt.
  4. Step 4: Plate the roasted chicken thighs alongside the sautéed zucchini and garnish with 2 tbsp chopped fresh parsley before serving.

Frequently asked questions

How long does Roasted Lemon-Garlic Chicken Thighs with Sautéed Zucchini take to make?

Total time is about 50 minutes (10 min prep + 40 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 Roasted Lemon-Garlic Chicken Thighs with Sautéed Zucchini?

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 lemon juice from drying out.

Can I substitute ingredients in Roasted Lemon-Garlic Chicken Thighs with Sautéed Zucchini?

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 Roasted Lemon-Garlic Chicken Thighs with Sautéed Zucchini 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.

Is Roasted Lemon-Garlic Chicken Thighs with Sautéed Zucchini whole30?

Yes — this recipe is tagged whole30, gluten free, paleo based on its ingredient list. Always cross-check labels for packaged ingredients (sauces, broths, condiments) since formulations vary by brand.

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