Sheet Pan Citrus-Herb Chicken with Chickpeas

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Juicy chicken thighs roasted on a sheet pan with chickpeas, bright citrus, and fresh herbs for an easy, flavorful dinner. This Mediterranean-inspired no-cook recipe, ready in about 55 minutes, pairs bone-in, skin-on chicken thighs, canned chickpeas, drained and rinsed, fresh lemon juice 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.

Prep: 15 min Cook: 40 min Serves 4 Mediterranean cuisine 450 cal/serving
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Ingredients

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Instructions

  1. Step 1: Preheat the oven to 425°F (220°C). In a large mixing bowl, combine 6 bone-in, skin-on chicken thighs, 15 oz canned chickpeas (drained and rinsed), 3 tbsp olive oil, 3 tbsp fresh lemon juice, 1 tsp orange zest, 4 minced garlic cloves, 1 tbsp chopped fresh rosemary, 1 tbsp fresh thyme leaves, 1 tsp salt, and 1/2 tsp black pepper. Toss well to coat everything evenly.
  2. Step 2: Arrange the chicken thighs skin-side up on a large rimmed sheet pan, spreading the chickpeas around the chicken in a single layer. Roast in the preheated oven for 35-40 minutes until the chicken skin is golden and crisp and the internal temperature reaches 165°F.
  3. Step 3: Remove from the oven and let rest for 5 minutes before serving. The chickpeas will be tender and infused with citrus and herb flavors, complementing the succulent chicken perfectly.

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