Description
Zesty Lemon Herb Roast Chicken Thighs with Potatoes is a delightful dish that transforms your kitchen into a fragrant haven. With juicy, crispy chicken thighs and buttery Yukon Gold potatoes infused with lemon and fresh herbs, this recipe brings comfort and flavor to any meal. Perfect for family dinners or cozy nights in, it’s sure to impress your guests and leave them asking for more.
Ingredients
Scale
- 4 bone-in chicken thighs (about 1.5 lbs)
- 1.5 lbs Yukon Gold potatoes, cubed
- 2 lemons (zest and juice)
- 2 tsp fresh thyme, chopped
- 2 tsp fresh rosemary, chopped
- 4 cloves garlic, minced
- 3 tbsp olive oil
- Salt and pepper to taste
Instructions
- Preheat the oven to 425°F (220°C).
- Pat the chicken thighs dry and season with salt, pepper, and lemon zest.
- In a bowl, combine cubed potatoes, minced garlic, herbs, olive oil, salt, and pepper; toss well.
- Arrange seasoned chicken thighs and potatoes on a baking sheet lined with parchment paper.
- Squeeze lemon juice over everything and bake for 35-40 minutes until the chicken reaches an internal temperature of 165°F (75°C).
- Allow chicken to rest for 5 minutes before serving.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 40 minutes
- Category: Main
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: American
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 chicken thigh (170g) with potatoes
- Calories: 360
- Sugar: 2g
- Sodium: 420mg
- Fat: 19g
- Saturated Fat: 4g
- Unsaturated Fat: 14g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 27g
- Fiber: 3g
- Protein: 25g
- Cholesterol: 90mg