Slow-Roasted Lemon-Garlic Chicken Thighs

By AislePrompt Test Kitchen · Reviewed by AislePrompt Editorial · ·

Tender chicken thighs slow-roasted with lemon, garlic, and fresh herbs for a juicy, flavorful meal. This mediterranean-inspired low carb ready in about 100 minutes pairs bone-in, skin-on chicken thighs, lemon juice, olive oil 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.

★ 4.3 (9 ratings) Prep: 10 min Cook: 90 min Serves 4 Mediterranean cuisine 320 cal/serving
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Ingredients

Instructions

  1. Step 1: Preheat oven to 300°F. Pat dry 6 bone-in, skin-on chicken thighs and place in a roasting pan skin-side up.
  2. Step 2: In a small bowl, combine 3 tbsp lemon juice, 2 tbsp olive oil, 4 minced garlic cloves, 1 tbsp chopped fresh rosemary, 1 tsp salt, and 1/2 tsp black pepper. Stir well until mixed.
  3. Step 3: Brush the lemon-garlic mixture evenly over the chicken thighs, making sure to coat under the skin as much as possible.
  4. Step 4: Roast the chicken in the oven at 300°F for 1 hour and 30 minutes, until the meat is tender and the skin is golden and slightly crisp.
  5. Step 5: Let the chicken rest for 5 minutes before serving to allow the juices to redistribute.

Frequently asked questions

How long does Slow-Roasted Lemon-Garlic Chicken Thighs take to make?

Total time is about 100 minutes (10 min prep + 90 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 Slow-Roasted Lemon-Garlic Chicken Thighs?

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 Slow-Roasted Lemon-Garlic Chicken Thighs?

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 Slow-Roasted Lemon-Garlic Chicken Thighs 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 Slow-Roasted Lemon-Garlic Chicken Thighs?

Mediterranean low carb 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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