St. Louis Park Herb-Roasted Chicken with Root Vegetables

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Succulent chicken thighs roasted with a medley of carrots, potatoes, and parsnips, infused with fresh rosemary and thyme for a simple, flavorful meal. This american-inspired chicken ready in about 70 minutes pairs Chicken thighs, medium Carrots, medium Potatoes for a weeknight-friendly dinner that comes together with one pan and minimal cleanup. Each serving lands at about 480 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: 20 min Cook: 50 min Serves 4 American cuisine 480 cal/serving
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Ingredients

Instructions

  1. Step 1: Preheat oven to 400°F (200°C). Place 2 lbs bone-in, skin-on chicken thighs in a roasting pan.
  2. Step 2: Season the chicken with 1 tsp salt and 1/2 tsp black pepper.
  3. Step 3: In a small bowl, mix 3 tbsp olive oil, 1 tbsp chopped fresh rosemary, 1 tsp chopped fresh thyme, and 4 minced garlic cloves.
  4. Step 4: Toss 4 peeled and cut carrots, 2 peeled and cut potatoes, and 2 peeled and cut parsnips with the herb-oil mixture until evenly coated.
  5. Step 5: Arrange the vegetables around the chicken in the roasting pan.
  6. Step 6: Roast in the preheated oven for 45-50 minutes, until the chicken is golden brown and the vegetables are tender when pierced with a fork.
  7. Step 7: Let rest for 10 minutes before serving to allow juices to redistribute.

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Frequently asked questions

How long does St. Louis Park Herb-Roasted Chicken with Root Vegetables take to make?

Total time is about 70 minutes (20 min prep + 50 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 St. Louis Park Herb-Roasted Chicken with Root Vegetables?

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 St. Louis Park Herb-Roasted Chicken with Root Vegetables?

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 St. Louis Park Herb-Roasted Chicken with Root Vegetables 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 St. Louis Park Herb-Roasted Chicken with Root Vegetables?

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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