Description
Zesty Lemon Herb Roast Chicken Thighs with Potatoes is a delightful one-pan meal that combines succulent chicken thighs with crispy Yukon Gold potatoes, all infused with a zesty lemon herb marinade. This dish is perfect for family dinners or special occasions, making it an instant crowd-pleaser. The aromatic combination of fresh herbs and citrus will fill your kitchen with a warm, inviting scent, tantalizing your taste buds before the first bite.
Ingredients
Scale
- 4 bone-in chicken thighs (about 1.5 lbs)
- 1 lb Yukon Gold potatoes, quartered
- 2 medium lemons (juice and zest)
- 4 garlic cloves, minced
- 2 tsp fresh thyme, chopped
- 2 tsp fresh rosemary, chopped
- 3 tbsp olive oil
- Salt and pepper to taste
Instructions
- Preheat oven to 425°F (220°C). Grease a large baking dish with olive oil.
- Season chicken thighs generously with salt and pepper.
- In a bowl, mix minced garlic, lemon juice, lemon zest, thyme, rosemary, and olive oil to create a marinade. Coat chicken thighs in the marinade and let sit for at least 30 minutes.
- Toss quartered potatoes in olive oil, salt, and pepper.
- Arrange marinated chicken and seasoned potatoes in the baking dish without overcrowding.
- Roast in the oven for 40-45 minutes until the chicken skin is golden brown and reaches an internal temperature of 165°F (74°C).
- Let rest for 5 minutes before serving.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 45 minutes
- Category: Main
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: American
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 chicken thigh (approximately 200g)
- Calories: 420
- Sugar: 1g
- Sodium: 460mg
- Fat: 24g
- Saturated Fat: 6g
- Unsaturated Fat: 16g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 20g
- Fiber: 3g
- Protein: 32g
- Cholesterol: 120mg