The Best Garlic-Herb Roasted Chicken Thighs

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Juicy, golden-brown chicken thighs infused with aromatic garlic and herbs, creating a dish that's the best comfort food for busy weeknights. This American-inspired chicken recipe, ready in about 45 minutes, pairs Boneless chicken thighs, Extra virgin olive oil, Garlic cloves 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. 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: 25 min Serves 4 American cuisine 320 cal/serving
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Ingredients

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Instructions

  1. Step 1: Pat 1.5 lbs boneless chicken thighs dry with paper towels, then season evenly with 1 tsp salt and 1/2 tsp black pepper.
  2. Step 2: Mince 6 garlic cloves and finely chop 2 tbsp fresh rosemary, then mix with 3 tbsp extra virgin olive oil, 1 tsp dried thyme, and 1/2 tsp black pepper until fragrant.
  3. Step 3: Rub the garlic-herb mixture over all chicken thighs, coating them completely. Let marinate for 15 minutes at room temperature.
  4. Step 4: Arrange thighs in a single layer in a 9x13-inch baking dish. Bake at 400°F (200°C) for 25 minutes until golden and the internal temperature reaches 165°F (74°C), basting once halfway through.

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