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Crispy One-Pan Lemon Herb Chicken Thighs

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A quick and easy one-pan recipe featuring crispy skin chicken thighs roasted with lemon, garlic, fresh herbs, and tender baby potatoes. Perfect for a fuss-free, flavorful dinner.

Ingredients

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  • 4 bone-in, skin-on chicken thighs
  • 1.5 pounds baby potatoes, halved or quartered
  • 1 lemon, zest and juice
  • 3 cloves garlic, minced or thinly sliced
  • 2 tablespoons olive oil (extra virgin preferred)
  • 2 sprigs fresh rosemary
  • 2 sprigs fresh thyme
  • 1 teaspoon smoked paprika
  • Salt and pepper to taste
  • Optional: 1/4 teaspoon red pepper flakes
  • Optional: 1 tablespoon butter

Instructions

  1. Preheat your oven to 425°F (220°C).
  2. Pat the chicken thighs dry with paper towels. Season both sides generously with salt, pepper, and smoked paprika.
  3. Wash and halve or quarter the baby potatoes. Toss them in a bowl with olive oil, salt, pepper, minced garlic, and a few sprigs of rosemary and thyme.
  4. Heat a large oven-safe skillet or cast iron pan over medium-high heat and add about 2 tablespoons of olive oil.
  5. Once the oil is shimmering, place the chicken thighs skin-side down in the pan. Sear without moving for 5-7 minutes until the skin is deep golden brown but not burnt.
  6. Flip the chicken and cook for 2 minutes skin-side up to get a little color on the other side.
  7. Remove the chicken temporarily from the pan and set aside.
  8. Add the seasoned potatoes to the skillet, spreading them in a single layer around the pan.
  9. Return the chicken to the pan, nestling the thighs skin-side up among the potatoes. Pour over the juice and zest of one lemon. Scatter additional herb sprigs and a few garlic cloves for extra aroma.
  10. Transfer the skillet to the preheated oven. Roast for 25-30 minutes or until the chicken reaches an internal temperature of 165°F (74°C) and the potatoes are tender when pierced.
  11. Optional: In the last 5 minutes, add a tablespoon of butter on top of the chicken for a glossy, rich finish.
  12. Remove from oven and let the chicken rest for 5 minutes before serving.

Notes

Pat chicken dry before seasoning to ensure crispy skin. Avoid overcrowding the pan to prevent steaming. Use a heavy oven-safe skillet like cast iron for best results. If potatoes brown too fast, cover loosely with foil halfway through roasting. Rest chicken after cooking to keep it juicy.

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