These Roasted Chicken Thighs are juicy, tender and perfectly crispy on the outside. These mouthwatering roasted chicken thighs are so easy to make and incredibly flavorful!
These roasted chicken thighs are marinated in a simple mixture of lemon juice, fresh herbs and spices then oven baked to juicy perfection. Baked chicken thighs are one of my favorite roasted chicken recipes. The thigh meat is super flavorful and the fresh marinade adds an amazing delicious taste to this baked chicken recipe.
I like to serve this roasted chicken with the best Slow Cooker Mashed Potatoes or with this easy and light Creamy Cilantro Lime Coleslaw for a simple and flavorful meal!
Chicken Thigh Recipe Ingredients
- Bone-in, skin-on chicken thighs.
- Shallots.
- Garlic cloves.
- Fresh cilantro.
- Fresh basil.
- Olive oil.
- Lemon juice, freshly squeezed.
- Apple cider vinegar.
- Ground cayenne.
- Ground cumin.
- Salt and pepper.
Ingredients To Make the Lemon and Herb Marinade
How To Make Roasted Chicken Thighs?
- Pat dry the chicken thighs with paper towels and season the chicken with salt and pepper.
- Place the marinade ingredients in a small food processor or blender. Blend until the mixture is smooth.
- Marinate the chicken thighs for 30 minutes or up to 24 hours.
- Remove the chicken pieces from the marinade and place them in a baking dish or roasting pan, skin side up.
- Bake for about 35 to 40 minutes or until cooked through and golden brown. The chicken should reach an internal temperature of 165 degrees before consuming.
At What Temperature To Cook Chicken Thighs?
- For a perfectly tender and juicy oven baked chicken with golden crispy skin, I set the oven temperature to 375 degrees Fahrenheit.
How Long To Bake Chicken Thighs?
- Bake bone-in thighs for 35 to 40 minutes (depending on how crispy you like the skin).
- As per safety guidelines the chicken should reach an internal temperature of 165 degrees. Use an Instant-Read Thermometer to check the temperature before consuming.
Can I Use Other Chicken Parts For This Recipe?
Absolutely! If you prefer make this baked chicken recipe with chicken drumsticks, bone-in chicken breasts or chicken quarters! If you prefer, boneless chicken can also be used. Just adjust the baking time.
Chicken Thighs Recipe Tips
- Trim some of the excess fat from the chicken thighs.
- Pat dry the chicken thighs with paper towels before adding it to the lemon and herb marinade.
- If you marinate the chicken for over 20 minutes, place it in the refrigerator. Take the marinated chicken out of the refrigerator 20 minutes before you bake it.
- Use the flavorful lemon and herb marinade on pork chops, lamb, and even flank steak!
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Roasted Chicken Thighs with Lemon and Herb
Ingredients
For The Marinade
- 1 shallot roughly chopped
- 4 garlic cloves roughly chopped
- 1/4 cup fresh basil roughly chopped
- 1/4 cup fresh cilantro roughly chopped
- 1/2 cup extra virgin olive oil
- Juice of 2 lemons
- 1 tablespoon apple cider vinegar
- 1/2 teaspoon salt
- 1/2 teaspoon ground black pepper
- 1/4 teaspoon cayenne pepper
- 1/4 teaspoon ground cumin
For the Chicken
- 8 bone in, skin on chicken thighs
- Salt and pepper to taste to lightly season the chicken
Instructions
- To prepare the marinade, in a food processor or blender combine the shallots, garlic cloves, basil, cilantro, olive oil, lemon juice, apple cider vinegar, salt, pepper, cumin and cayenne pepper. Puree until smooth.
- Lightly season the chicken with salt and pepper. Place the chicken in a large zip top bag or non-reactive container and pour the marinade over the chicken. Mix to combine making sure the chicken is coated evenly. Marinate at room temperature for 30 minutes or refrigerated up to overnight.
- Preheat the oven to 375 degrees Fahrenheit. Place the chicken in a sheet pan or baking dish. Bake for 35 to 40 minutes or until cooked through and golden brown. Remove from the oven and serve.
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Julia says
I made this last night for a birthday meal and ur turned out great. Thanks for the recipe. Julia
Kathy says
So happy to hear!Best birthday wishes!!
Averil says
I made your Mexican 3 Bean salad last night and it was truly sensational . A million thanks x
Jossy says
I made the Roasted Chicken Tighs for my husband’s birthday and we loved it. I served it with mashed potatoes as you mentioned you like it and with roasted carrots. It was a winner at home, really delicious. I wanted to tell you that my family asked me to made this again and again since then. It looks like they really liked it!
Kathy says
So happy to hear! Happy belated birthday to your husband!
Hashmanis says
This chicken was great! I mixed all of the spices, olive oil and lemmon juice and rubbed it under the skin of the chicken and then over the top of the skin and poured the remainder in the cavity. I put about 3/4 cup water in the bottom of the pan and baked the chicken upsidedown with the breasts in the juices. I covered the whole thing in foil and in 2 hours the flavorful meat was falling off the bones. My company raved and everyone ate way too much. Served with baked apples, green beans and fresh bread. Delicious! Hashmanis
Kathy says
Wonderful to hear! Thanks for sharing!
Kristin says
How long would you cook if using quicken quarters instead of thighs?
Excited to try this tomorrow!
Kathy says
Hi! it all depends on the size. It may take 5 to 10 minutes longer but that is a guess. As per safety guidelines, bone in chicken quarters should reach an internal temperature of 165 degrees. Use an Instant-Read Thermometer to check the temperature. That is always the safe way to know!!
Ellen says
Made this last night. It was awesome. Will definitely be in our meal rotation. I have a daughter with Celiac Disease and we try to mix things up as much as we can. This recipe hit the spot!
Kathy says
I am so glad to hear you liked it! It is one of our favorites! Thank you for sharing!!
Kathy says
Hi Christina, No I do not cover it!
Jillian says
I made this recipe and it was so flavorful. I followed exactly as written and had great results. I will make this with chicken quarters next time.
Michele says
This looks amazing! I just put everything on my grocery list to be able to make it tomorrow! If it tastes even half as good as it looks in those photos Im going to be one happy happy girl!
Kathy says
Thank you! You will love it. I promise!
Karyl | Karyl's Kulinary Krusade says
Oh I love chicken thighs! I’m a 100% dark meat girl…so much more flavor. These sound wonderful, and I’m pinning to make these soon
Kathy says
Thank you Karyl! I love dark meat too!
Peter says
We made this recipe and it was absolutely fabulous! So tasty! Loved the crispy skin.
Amy says
This chicken looks so good! I must try it!
Kathy says
Thank you!!