Description
Garlic Herb Roasted Chicken Thighs are crispy, juicy, and full of bold garlic-lemon flavor. A go-to recipe for gatherings and easy dinners.
Ingredients
Scale
- 8 bone-in, skin-on chicken thighs
- 4 garlic cloves, minced
- 1/4 cup olive oil
- Zest and juice of 1 lemon
- 2 tsp dried oregano
- 1 tsp fresh thyme (or 1/2 tsp dried thyme)
- 1 tsp paprika (smoked or sweet)
- 1 1/2 tsp kosher salt
- 1/2 tsp black pepper
- Optional: pinch of red pepper flakes
- Optional garnish: chopped parsley and lemon wedges
Instructions
- In a large bowl or zip-top bag, combine olive oil, garlic, lemon zest and juice, oregano, thyme, paprika, salt, pepper, and optional red pepper flakes.
- Add chicken thighs and toss to coat. Rub some marinade under the skin if possible.
- Cover and refrigerate for at least 2 hours or overnight for best flavor.
- Remove chicken from the fridge 30 minutes before cooking. Preheat oven to 425°F (220°C).
- Place chicken skin-side up on a foil-lined baking sheet or in a cast-iron skillet with space between each piece.
- Roast for 35–40 minutes, or until internal temperature reaches 175°F.
- For crispier skin, broil on high for 2–3 minutes at the end, watching closely.
- Let rest for 5–10 minutes. Garnish with fresh parsley and lemon wedges before serving.
Notes
- Can be grilled instead of roasted—just adjust cooking times and use medium-high heat.
- Meal prep friendly—reheats well and can be eaten cold in wraps or salads.
- Double the batch and freeze marinated or cooked chicken for later use.
- Customize flavor with honey, harissa, or Asian-inspired swaps like soy and ginger.
- Serve with mashed potatoes, rice, grilled vegetables, or fresh salads.
- Prep Time: 10 minutes (plus 2+ hours marinating)
- Cook Time: 40 minutes
- Category: Main Dish
- Method: Roasting
- Cuisine: American
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 chicken thigh
- Calories: 310
- Sugar: 0g
- Sodium: 420mg
- Fat: 24g
- Saturated Fat: 6g
- Unsaturated Fat: 16g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 1g
- Fiber: 0g
- Protein: 23g
- Cholesterol: 105mg
Keywords: Garlic Herb Roasted Chicken Thighs, crispy chicken thighs, oven roasted chicken, garlic lemon chicken, easy chicken recipe, backyard BBQ chicken
