Roasted Lemon-Thyme Chicken with Potatoes

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Tender chicken thighs roasted with lemon and thyme alongside golden potatoes for a simple weeknight dinner. This american-inspired chicken ready in about 60 minutes pairs chicken thighs, potatoes, lemon for a weeknight-friendly dinner that comes together with one pan and minimal cleanup. Each serving lands at about 450 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.

★ 4.1 (15 ratings) Prep: 20 min Cook: 40 min Serves 4 American cuisine 450 cal/serving
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Instructions

  1. Step 1: Preheat oven to 400°F. Place 1 lb quartered potatoes in a single layer on a baking sheet.
  2. Step 2: Drizzle 2 tbsp olive oil over the potatoes, season with 1/2 tsp salt and 1/4 tsp black pepper, and toss to coat.
  3. Step 3: Roast potatoes for 20 minutes while preparing the chicken.
  4. Step 4: Pat 1 lb chicken thighs dry, then rub with 1 tbsp olive oil, 2 minced garlic cloves, 1 tbsp chopped fresh thyme, 1/2 tsp salt, and 1/4 tsp black pepper.
  5. Step 5: Arrange chicken thighs on top of the potatoes, nestle 1 lemon, thinly sliced, around them, and drizzle with remaining 1 tbsp olive oil.
  6. Step 6: Roast for 35-40 minutes until chicken is golden and potatoes are tender, flipping chicken halfway through.

Frequently asked questions

How long does Roasted Lemon-Thyme Chicken with Potatoes take to make?

Total time is about 60 minutes (20 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-Thyme Chicken with Potatoes?

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 chicken thighs from drying out.

Can I substitute ingredients in Roasted Lemon-Thyme Chicken with Potatoes?

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-Thyme Chicken with Potatoes 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 Roasted Lemon-Thyme Chicken with Potatoes?

American 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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