Lemon Garlic Roasted Chicken Thighs with Rosemary

Crispy, golden-brown chicken thighs roasted alongside aromatic garlic and fresh rosemary, finished with a bright splash of lemon for a balanced, savory meal.

Prep: 15 min · Cook: 40 min · Yield: 4 · Method: Oven

Ingredients

• 4 lb bone-in skin-on chicken thighs
• 6 clove garlic
• 3 tbsp rosemary
• 3 tbsp olive oil
• 1 whole lemon
• 1.5 tsp kosher salt
• 0.5 tsp black pepper

Cooking instructions

1. Preheat oven to 425°F. Pat the chicken thighs dry with paper towels to ensure crispy skin. — 425°F
2. Place chicken thighs in a large bowl. Mince the garlic and chop the rosemary leaves. Add garlic, rosemary, olive oil, salt, and pepper to the bowl and toss to coat the chicken evenly.
3. Arrange the chicken thighs skin-side up on a rimmed baking sheet. Slice the lemon into thin rounds and tuck them between the chicken pieces.
4. Roast until the skin is deep golden brown and the internal temperature reaches 165°F. (about 40 min) — 425°F
5. Remove from oven and let the chicken rest for 5 minutes before serving to retain juices. (about 5 min)