Herb Roasted Chicken Thighs (Print Version)

Juicy chicken thighs paired with carrots and potatoes, roasted together for a flavorful, easy meal.

# What You'll Need:

→ Chicken

01 - 8 bone-in, skin-on chicken thighs (about 2.5 lbs)

→ Vegetables

02 - 1 lb baby potatoes, halved
03 - 12 oz carrots, peeled and cut into 1.5 inch pieces
04 - 1 medium red onion, cut into wedges
05 - 4 garlic cloves, smashed

→ Herbs & Seasoning

06 - 3 tablespoons olive oil
07 - 1 teaspoon salt
08 - 0.5 teaspoon freshly ground black pepper
09 - 1 teaspoon dried thyme
10 - 1 teaspoon dried rosemary
11 - 1 teaspoon dried oregano
12 - 0.5 teaspoon smoked paprika
13 - Zest of 1 lemon
14 - 2 tablespoons fresh parsley, chopped

# Directions:

01 - Preheat the oven to 425°F. Line a large baking tray with parchment paper or lightly grease it.
02 - In a large bowl, toss the potatoes, carrots, onion, and garlic with half the olive oil, half the salt and pepper, and half of the dried herbs. Spread the vegetables evenly on the tray.
03 - Pat the chicken thighs dry with paper towels. Rub them with the remaining olive oil, salt, pepper, dried herbs, smoked paprika, and lemon zest.
04 - Nestle the chicken thighs skin-side up among the vegetables on the tray.
05 - Roast in the oven for 40 to 45 minutes, or until the chicken skin is golden and crisp and the internal temperature reaches 165°F. Stir the vegetables once halfway through for even browning.
06 - Remove from the oven and let rest for 5 minutes. Sprinkle with chopped fresh parsley before serving.

# Expert Tips:

01 -
  • Everything cooks together on one tray, minimizing cleanup and maximizing flavor
  • Achieves the perfect balance between crispy chicken skin and juicy meat
  • Uses common pantry herbs and ingredients you likely already have
  • Easily scalable for larger gatherings or meal prep
  • Naturally gluten-free and packed with protein
02 -
  • For even more flavor, marinate the chicken in the herb mixture for up to 8 hours before cooking
  • Check that your chicken is done by inserting a meat thermometer into the thickest part without touching bone – it should read 74°C (165°F)
  • Save leftover chicken and vegetables to make a delicious chicken soup or pot pie the next day
  • If your vegetables are cooking faster than the chicken, cover them loosely with foil while the chicken finishes
  • For an extra burst of flavor, squeeze fresh lemon juice over everything just before serving
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