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Easy Crispy Lemon Herb Chicken Sheet Pan Dinner

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A quick and easy sheet pan dinner featuring crispy lemon herb chicken thighs roasted to perfection with fresh herbs and optional veggies, perfect for busy weeknights.

Ingredients

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  • 4 bone-in, skin-on chicken thighs (about 1.5 lbs / 680 g)
  • 1 large lemon, thinly sliced
  • 2 tablespoons fresh rosemary, chopped
  • 2 tablespoons fresh thyme, chopped
  • 3 cloves garlic, minced
  • 2 tablespoons olive oil
  • 1 teaspoon kosher salt
  • ½ teaspoon freshly ground black pepper
  • 1 tablespoon cornstarch
  • Optional: 2 cups chopped baby potatoes or asparagus spears

Instructions

  1. Pat the chicken thighs dry with paper towels.
  2. In a large bowl, combine olive oil, minced garlic, chopped rosemary, thyme, salt, and pepper.
  3. Toss the chicken in the herb mixture until fully coated.
  4. Sprinkle cornstarch evenly over the chicken and toss gently to coat.
  5. Place chicken thighs skin-side up on a rimmed 12×17-inch sheet pan, spaced out.
  6. Scatter lemon slices around the chicken and add optional veggies if using.
  7. Preheat oven to 425°F (220°C).
  8. Roast chicken and veggies for 30-35 minutes, flipping chicken halfway through to crisp both sides, then flip back skin-side up for the last 10 minutes.
  9. Ensure chicken reaches an internal temperature of 165°F (74°C) and skin is golden and crackly.
  10. Let chicken rest for 5 minutes before serving.
  11. Squeeze roasted lemon slices over chicken for extra brightness.

Notes

Patting the chicken skin dry is essential for crispiness. Avoid overcrowding the pan to prevent soggy skin. Flipping the chicken halfway through roasting crisps both sides. Let the chicken rest before serving to keep it juicy. For boneless, skinless breasts, reduce roasting time to 20-25 minutes and add extra olive oil. Cornstarch can be substituted with arrowroot powder for gluten-free crispiness. Roasting lemon slices adds a mellow sweetness. Leftovers reheat best in the oven at 375°F for 10-12 minutes to maintain crispiness.

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