10/04/2026
π Garlic Herb Chicken Thighs
Juicy chicken thighs roasted until golden, sticky, and deeply savory with garlic, herbs, butter, and a glossy pan sauce. Perfect for an easy dinner with rice, potatoes, salad, or roasted vegetables.
β±οΈ Prep: 10 min | Cook: 35 min
π½οΈ Serves: 4
π Ingredients
- 6 bone-in, skin-on chicken thighs
- 2 tbsp olive oil
- 2 tbsp melted butter
- 5 garlic cloves, minced
- 1 tbsp honey
- 1 tbsp Dijon mustard
- 1 tbsp lemon juice
- 1 tsp paprika
- 1 tsp Italian seasoning
- 1/2 tsp dried thyme
- 1/2 tsp salt
- 1/2 tsp black pepper
- 2 rosemary sprigs
- 1 tbsp chopped parsley
π©βπ³ Instructions
1. Preheat oven to 425Β°F / 220Β°C.
2. Pat chicken thighs dry with paper towels.
3. In a bowl, mix olive oil, butter, garlic, honey, Dijon, lemon juice, paprika, Italian seasoning, thyme, salt, and pepper.
4. Rub the mixture all over the chicken thighs, getting some under the skin for extra flavor.
5. Place chicken in a baking dish with rosemary sprigs.
6. Bake for 30-35 minutes, basting once with pan juices, until the skin is golden and the chicken reaches 165Β°F / 74Β°C inside.
7. Broil for 2-3 minutes for extra caramelized edges.
8. Garnish with parsley and spoon the garlic herb pan sauce over the top.
β¨ Pro Tip: For the crispiest skin, dry the chicken well and let it sit uncovered in the fridge for 30 minutes before baking.
π₯ Estimated Nutrition per serving: 420 calories, 32g protein, 5g carbs, 30g fat.
A bold, juicy, garlic-packed chicken dinner that tastes restaurant-level with simple ingredients.