Description
A one-pan wonder featuring juicy, tender chicken thighs roasted alongside crispy baby potatoes infused with fresh rosemary and bright lemon flavors, offering minimal cleanup and maximum flavor in a Mediterranean-inspired meal.
Ingredients
Chicken
- 4 bone-in chicken thighs
- 1 ½ tbsp olive oil
- 2 tbsp lemon juice
- 1 tsp lemon zest
- 2 garlic cloves, minced
- Salt and pepper, to taste
Potatoes
- 1 lb baby potatoes, halved
- 1 ½ tbsp olive oil
- 1 tbsp fresh rosemary, chopped
- Salt and pepper, to taste
Instructions
- Preheat Oven: Preheat your oven to 425°F (220°C) to ensure a hot environment for roasting the chicken and potatoes evenly.
- Prepare Potatoes: In a bowl, toss the halved baby potatoes with half of the olive oil, chopped rosemary, salt, and pepper until they are evenly coated. Spread the potatoes out in a single layer on a sheet pan.
- Season Chicken: In a separate bowl, combine the remaining olive oil with lemon juice, lemon zest, minced garlic, salt, and pepper. Rub this mixture all over the chicken thighs to infuse them with bright and savory flavors. Place the seasoned chicken thighs on the sheet pan alongside the potatoes.
- Roast: Roast the chicken and potatoes together in the preheated oven for 35 to 40 minutes, or until the chicken reaches an internal temperature of 165°F (74°C) and is golden brown, and the potatoes are crispy on the outside and tender inside.
- Serve: Remove from the oven and spoon the pan juices over the chicken and potatoes for extra moisture and flavor. Serve hot for a deliciously easy and wholesome meal.
Notes
- Add green beans or carrots to the sheet pan to include more vegetables for a complete meal.
- Chicken thighs with skin help develop crispy texture when roasted; you can remove skin after cooking if preferred.
- Use fresh rosemary for best flavor; dried rosemary can be substituted but use less to avoid overpowering.
- To save time, use pre-minced garlic from a jar if needed.
- Prep Time: 10 mins
- Cook Time: 40 mins
- Category: Main Course
- Method: Roasting
- Cuisine: Mediterranean
