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Crispy One-Pan Lemon Garlic Chicken Thighs

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A quick and easy one-pan recipe featuring crispy skin chicken thighs, tender potatoes, and a bright lemon garlic flavor, perfect for weeknight dinners.

Ingredients

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  • 4–6 bone-in, skin-on chicken thighs (1.5 to 2 pounds / 700-900g)
  • 1.5 pounds (700g) baby potatoes, halved (Yukon Gold or red potatoes)
  • Juice of 1 large lemon
  • Zest of 1 lemon
  • 4–5 garlic cloves, minced
  • 3 tablespoons olive oil (extra virgin recommended)
  • 2 teaspoons fresh thyme, chopped (or dried thyme)
  • 1 teaspoon paprika
  • Salt and pepper to taste
  • Optional: pinch of red pepper flakes

Instructions

  1. Preheat your oven to 425°F (220°C).
  2. Pat dry the chicken thighs with paper towels. Season generously with salt, pepper, paprika, and half the minced garlic.
  3. In a bowl, toss halved baby potatoes with olive oil, salt, pepper, thyme, and the remaining garlic until well coated.
  4. Place an oven-safe skillet over medium-high heat and add 1 tablespoon of olive oil. When the oil shimmers, add the chicken thighs skin-side down. Do not move them for 6-7 minutes to crisp the skin.
  5. Flip the chicken thighs and cook for another 4 minutes until the skin is golden and crispy.
  6. Nestle the seasoned potatoes around the chicken in the skillet. Pour the fresh lemon juice over the entire pan.
  7. Transfer the skillet to the preheated oven and roast for 20-25 minutes until the chicken reaches an internal temperature of 165°F (74°C) and the potatoes are tender and golden.
  8. Remove the skillet carefully from the oven. Sprinkle lemon zest over the chicken and potatoes. Add a pinch of red pepper flakes if desired.
  9. Let the chicken rest for 5 minutes before serving.

Notes

Pat chicken skin dry before seasoning to ensure crispiness. If skin isn’t crispy enough after roasting, broil for 1-2 minutes watching closely. You can substitute chicken thighs with skin-on chicken breasts (adjust cooking time) or replace potatoes with cauliflower florets for a low-carb option. Avoid overcrowding the pan when searing chicken.

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