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Crispy Sheet Pan Lemon Herb Chicken Thighs

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A quick and easy sheet pan dinner featuring crispy skin chicken thighs roasted with lemon, fresh herbs, and tender potatoes. Perfect for busy weeknights or last-minute dinners.

Ingredients

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  • 6 bone-in, skin-on chicken thighs (3–4 pounds)
  • 1.5 pounds baby Yukon Gold or red potatoes, halved or quartered
  • Juice and zest of 1 large lemon
  • 2 tablespoons chopped fresh rosemary and thyme combined
  • 3 cloves garlic, minced
  • 3 tablespoons olive oil
  • Salt and pepper to taste
  • 1 teaspoon smoked paprika (optional)
  • 1/2 teaspoon onion powder

Instructions

  1. Preheat your oven to 425°F (220°C). Line your sheet pan with parchment paper if using.
  2. In a large bowl, toss the potatoes with 2 tablespoons olive oil, minced garlic, smoked paprika, onion powder, salt, and pepper. Spread evenly on the sheet pan, leaving space for the chicken.
  3. Pat the chicken thighs dry with paper towels. Season both sides generously with salt, pepper, and chopped rosemary and thyme. Drizzle with 1 tablespoon olive oil and rub the seasonings in well.
  4. Place the chicken thighs skin-side up on the sheet pan, nestled among the potatoes but not crowded.
  5. Roast in the oven for 35-40 minutes, flipping the potatoes once halfway through. Chicken skin should be golden and crispy, and internal temperature should reach 165°F (74°C). Potatoes should be tender when pierced with a fork.
  6. Remove from oven and immediately squeeze the juice of one lemon over the chicken and potatoes. Sprinkle the lemon zest across the dish.
  7. Let the dish rest for 5 minutes before serving.

Notes

Pat chicken skin dry before seasoning to ensure crispiness. Do not flip chicken during roasting to keep skin crispy. Add lemon juice and zest after cooking to maintain bright flavor. If skin isn’t crispy enough, broil for 1-2 minutes watching closely. Avoid overcrowding pan; roast in batches if needed. Leftovers keep well refrigerated for up to 3 days and reheat in oven to restore crispness.

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