Garlic Herb Chicken Thighs (Print)

Chicken thighs marinated in garlic and herbs, oven-roasted until golden, juicy, and packed with flavor.

# Ingredients:

→ Chicken Components

01 - 8 bone-in, skin-on chicken thighs (approximately 1.2 kilograms or 2.5 pounds)

→ Aromatic Marinade

02 - 4 tablespoons olive oil
03 - 5 cloves garlic, finely minced
04 - 2 tablespoons fresh parsley, finely chopped
05 - 1 tablespoon fresh rosemary, finely chopped
06 - 1 tablespoon fresh thyme leaves
07 - 1 teaspoon lemon zest
08 - 1.5 teaspoons salt
09 - 0.5 teaspoon black pepper
10 - 1 tablespoon lemon juice

→ Optional Presentation

11 - Fresh parsley, chopped, for garnish
12 - Lemon wedges, for serving

# Directions:

01 - Preheat your oven to 400°F (200°C). Thoroughly pat the chicken thighs dry using paper towels to ensure crispy skin.
02 - In a substantial mixing bowl, combine the olive oil, minced garlic, chopped parsley, rosemary, thyme, lemon zest, salt, black pepper, and lemon juice. Whisk until well incorporated.
03 - Introduce the chicken thighs to the bowl with the marinade. Toss gently to ensure each piece is evenly coated. Allow to marinate at room temperature for 10 minutes. For a more intense flavor, refrigerate for up to 4 hours.
04 - Position the marinated chicken thighs, skin-side up, on a rimmed baking sheet or within a sturdy ovenproof skillet.
05 - Place the chicken in the preheated oven and roast for 35 to 40 minutes, or until the skin achieves a beautiful golden-brown crispiness and an internal temperature of 165°F (74°C) is recorded.
06 - Remove the chicken from the oven and allow it to rest for a minimum of 5 minutes before serving. Garnish with freshly chopped parsley and serve with lemon wedges, if desired.

# Expert Tips:

01 -
  • Family favorite and guaranteed crowd-pleaser
  • Simple ingredients you probably already have on hand
  • Ready in under an hour with only about 15 minutes of hands-on prep
  • The chicken is tender juicy and loaded with bright flavor from the lemon and herbs
  • Minimal cleanup needed
02 -
  • Chicken thighs are naturally tender and forgiving even if slightly overcooked
  • The blend of fresh herbs gives next-level flavor and aroma
  • Leftovers keep well and can easily turn into salads wraps or grain bowls
  • The combination of rosemary and thyme makes this dish fragrant and comforting My favorite moments are when my daughter sneaks a lemon wedge to squeeze extra juice over her plate just before eating A simple meal that always feels like a treat
03 -
  • Pat the chicken dry for maximum crispness
  • Freshly chopped garlic always wins over jarred
  • Let the chicken rest before cutting to keep it juicy

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