Savory Garlic-Herb Chicken Thighs with Asparagus

Name: Savory Garlic-Herb Chicken Thighs with Asparagus
Prep time: 15 min
Cook time: 20 min
Total time: 35 min
Yield: 2 servings
Cuisine: American
Ingredients: 4 bone-in, skin-on chicken thighs; 3 tbsp olive oil; 4 minced garlic cloves; 1 tbsp fresh thyme leaves; 12 oz asparagus spears; 1 tbsp lemon juice; 1/2 tsp sea salt; 1/4 tsp black pepper

Juicy chicken thighs seared to golden perfection with garlic and fresh herbs, served with tender roasted asparagus.

Cuisine: American

Category: Chicken

Prep: 15 minutes. Cook: 20 minutes.

Serves 2.

Ingredients

4 bone-in, skin-on chicken thighs
3 tbsp olive oil
4 minced garlic cloves
1 tbsp fresh thyme leaves
12 oz asparagus spears
1 tbsp lemon juice
1/2 tsp sea salt
1/4 tsp black pepper

Instructions

Step 1: Preheat oven to 400°F (200°C). Pat chicken thighs dry with paper towels, then season evenly with 1/2 tsp salt and 1/4 tsp black pepper.
Step 2: Heat 2 tbsp olive oil in an oven-safe skillet over medium-high heat. Add chicken thighs skin-side down, pressing gently to ensure even contact; cook for 5 minutes until skin is golden brown and crisp.
Step 3: Flip chicken, add minced garlic and thyme to the skillet, and cook for 1 minute until fragrant. Arrange asparagus around chicken, drizzle with remaining 1 tbsp olive oil, and season with a pinch of salt.
Step 4: Transfer skillet to oven and roast for 18-20 minutes until chicken reaches 165°F (74°C) internally and asparagus is tender.
Step 5: Squeeze lemon juice over chicken and asparagus, then let rest for 5 minutes before serving.