Description
Lemon Rosemary Chicken Thighs are a delightful sheet pan dish, perfect for impressing guests or enjoying a cozy family dinner. The combination of zesty lemon and aromatic rosemary infuses the chicken with flavor, while the easy preparation and minimal cleanup make it ideal for any occasion. With its golden-brown finish and juicy texture, this recipe is sure to become a favorite at your table.
Ingredients
Scale
- 4 bone-in chicken thighs (about 1.5 pounds)
- 2 tablespoons olive oil
- 3 tablespoons freshly squeezed lemon juice
- 2 garlic cloves, minced
- 2 tablespoons fresh rosemary, chopped
- 1 teaspoon salt
- ½ teaspoon black pepper
- 1 tablespoon honey
- Zest of 1 lemon
- Lemon slices for roasting
Instructions
- Preheat your oven to 425°F (220°C).
- In a bowl, combine olive oil, lemon juice, minced garlic, rosemary, salt, pepper, and honey.
- Place chicken thighs in a zip-top bag or bowl; pour marinade over them and coat well. Marinate for at least 30 minutes or overnight.
- Line a baking sheet with parchment paper. Arrange marinated chicken thighs skin-side up on the sheet pan; add lemon slices around them.
- Bake for 35-40 minutes until golden brown and internal temperature reaches 165°F (75°C).
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 40 minutes
- Category: Main
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: American
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 chicken thigh (approximately 375g)
- Calories: 350
- Sugar: 3g
- Sodium: 600mg
- Fat: 22g
- Saturated Fat: 6g
- Unsaturated Fat: 14g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 6g
- Fiber: 1g
- Protein: 32g
- Cholesterol: 100mg