Description
A flavorful dish featuring juicy chicken thighs marinated in lemon and herbs, served with roasted seasonal vegetables.
Ingredients
Scale
- 4 chicken thighs, bone-in and skin-on
- 1/4 cup fresh lemon juice (about 2 lemons)
- 4 cloves garlic, minced
- 2 tablespoons fresh rosemary, chopped (or 1 tablespoon dried)
- 2 tablespoons fresh thyme, chopped (or 1 tablespoon dried)
- 3 tablespoons olive oil
- 1 teaspoon salt
- 1/2 teaspoon black pepper
- 2 bell peppers (one red and one yellow), sliced
- 1 medium zucchini, sliced
- 1 medium red onion, cut into wedges
Instructions
- Preheat your oven to 425°F (220°C).
- In a large bowl, combine the fresh lemon juice, minced garlic, chopped rosemary, chopped thyme, olive oil, salt, and black pepper. Whisk until well blended.
- Add the chicken thighs to the bowl with the marinade and let it marinate for at least 30 minutes at room temperature, or up to 2 hours in the refrigerator.
- Prepare the vegetables by tossing the sliced bell peppers, zucchini, and red onion with olive oil, salt, and pepper.
- On a large baking sheet, arrange the marinated chicken thighs skin-side up and surround them with the seasoned vegetables.
- Place the baking sheet in the preheated oven and roast for 30-35 minutes, or until the chicken is cooked through and reaches an internal temperature of 165°F (75°C).
- Remove from the oven, let the chicken rest for a few minutes, and serve alongside the roasted veggies.
Notes
- Don’t skip the marinating step; it’s crucial for flavor.
- Make sure not to overcrowd the baking sheet for even cooking.
- For extra crispy skin, pat the chicken dry before marinating.
- Consider using a meat thermometer to check for doneness.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 35 minutes
- Category: Main Course
- Method: Roasting
- Cuisine: American
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 chicken thigh with veggies
- Calories: 350
- Sugar: 3g
- Sodium: 600mg
- Fat: 20g
- Saturated Fat: 4g
- Unsaturated Fat: 15g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 10g
- Fiber: 3g
- Protein: 30g
- Cholesterol: 100mg
Keywords: Lemon Herb Chicken, Roasted Veggies, Chicken Thighs, Healthy Dinner