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Crispy One-Pan Lemon Herb Chicken Thighs

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A quick and easy one-pan recipe featuring crispy bone-in, skin-on chicken thighs with bright lemon herb flavors and tender spring asparagus, perfect for busy weeknights or spring dinners.

Ingredients

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  • 6 bone-in, skin-on chicken thighs (about 2 pounds / 900 grams)
  • 2 tablespoons olive oil (extra virgin preferred)
  • 1 teaspoon kosher salt (adjust to taste)
  • ½ teaspoon freshly ground black pepper
  • 1 teaspoon garlic powder
  • 1 tablespoon fresh thyme leaves (or 1 teaspoon dried thyme)
  • 1 tablespoon fresh rosemary, finely chopped (optional)
  • 1 large lemon, zested and juiced
  • 1 bunch fresh asparagus (about 1 pound / 450 grams), trimmed and cut into 2-inch pieces
  • 3 cloves garlic, thinly sliced or minced
  • 2 tablespoons unsalted butter
  • Fresh parsley, chopped, for garnish

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, garlic powder, thyme, and rosemary.
  3. Heat olive oil in a large oven-safe skillet over medium-high heat until shimmering but not smoking (about 2 minutes). Place chicken thighs skin-side down and sear without moving for 5-7 minutes until skin is golden brown and crisp.
  4. Flip the chicken and sear the other side for 3-4 minutes.
  5. Remove the chicken from the pan and set aside. Lower heat to medium and add butter, garlic, and lemon zest to the pan. Stir gently for 1-2 minutes until butter melts and garlic softens without burning.
  6. Add asparagus pieces to the skillet, tossing them in the lemon garlic butter. Season lightly with salt and pepper.
  7. Place the chicken thighs back on top of the asparagus, skin-side up, and squeeze lemon juice over everything.
  8. Transfer the skillet to the preheated oven and roast for 15-20 minutes, until the chicken reaches an internal temperature of 165°F (74°C) and asparagus is tender but crisp.
  9. Remove from oven and let the chicken rest for 5 minutes. Sprinkle fresh parsley over the dish before serving.

Notes

Pat chicken skin dry before seasoning to ensure crispiness. Avoid overcrowding the pan to prevent steaming. Use a meat thermometer to check for doneness at 165°F (74°C). For thicker asparagus, steam for 2 minutes before adding to skillet. Rest chicken 5 minutes before serving to keep it juicy. Butter can be swapped for dairy-free alternatives for a dairy-free version.

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Keywords: chicken thighs, lemon herb chicken, one-pan dinner, crispy chicken, spring asparagus, easy dinner, healthy chicken recipe

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