Gail's Rosemary Chicken

Transform your weeknight dinner routine with Gail's Rosemary Chicken, a beautifully flavorful dish that combines tender, golden-brown chicken thighs with the earthy aroma of fresh rosemary and the zing of fresh lemon. This easy yet elegant recipe highlights perfectly seared, oven-roasted bone-in chicken thighs that are bathed in a luscious garlic-infused butter sauce. A touch of chicken broth creates a savory base, while the addition of rosemary and lemon zest brings vibrant, herbaceous notes to every bite. Ready in just 50 minutes, this one-skillet wonder is ideal for busy nights or special occasions and pairs wonderfully with roasted vegetables or creamy mashed potatoes. Elevate your home-cooking game with this mouthwatering recipe that’s as simple as it is impressive!

Nutriscore Rating: 63/100

Prep Time:15 mins

Cook Time:35 mins

Total Time:50 mins

Servings: 4

Ingredients

• 6 pieces chicken thighs (bone-in, skin-on)
• 4 sprigs fresh rosemary sprigs
• 4 cloves garlic cloves, minced
• 1 whole lemon, juiced and zested
• 3 tablespoons olive oil
• 1 teaspoon salt
• 0.5 teaspoon black pepper
• 0.5 cup chicken broth
• 2 tablespoons unsalted butter

Directions

Step 1

Preheat the oven to 400°F (200°C).

Step 2

Pat the chicken thighs dry with paper towels and season both sides with salt and black pepper.

Step 3

Heat 2 tablespoons of olive oil in a large oven-safe skillet over medium-high heat.

Step 4

Place the chicken thighs skin-side down in the skillet and sear for 4-5 minutes until the skin is golden and crispy. Flip the thighs and sear the other side for an additional 2 minutes. Remove the chicken from the skillet and set aside.

Step 5

In the same skillet, lower the heat to medium and add the remaining 1 tablespoon of olive oil. Add the minced garlic and sauté for 30 seconds until fragrant.

Step 6

Add the fresh rosemary sprigs to the skillet, followed by the lemon zest and juice. Stir to combine.

Step 7

Pour in the chicken broth and let the mixture come to a simmer. Cook for 2 minutes to allow the flavors to meld.

Step 8

Return the chicken thighs to the skillet, skin-side up. Spoon some of the rosemary-lemon mixture over the chicken.

Step 9

Transfer the skillet to the preheated oven and roast for 25 minutes, or until the internal temperature of the chicken reaches 165°F (74°C).

Step 10

Carefully remove the skillet from the oven. Add the butter to the pan and swirl it into the sauce until melted and glossy.

Step 11

Serve the chicken thighs warm, spooning some of the rosemary-lemon sauce over the top. Pair with roasted vegetables or mashed potatoes for a complete meal.

Nutrition Facts

Serving size	(1171.2g)

Amount per serving	% Daily Value*
Calories	2513.3

Total Fat 205.7g	0%
Saturated Fat 60.1g	0%
Polyunsaturated Fat 4.0g
Cholesterol 791mg	0%
Sodium 3384.9mg	0%
Total Carbohydrate 11.4g	0%
Dietary Fiber 2.7g	0%
Total Sugars 1.8g
Protein 165.3g	0%

Vitamin D 0IU	0%
Calcium 159.0mg	0%
Iron 9.9mg	0%
Potassium 1910.9mg	0%

*The % Daily Value tells you how much a nutrient in a serving of food contributes to a daily diet. 2,000 calories a day is used for general nutrition advice.

Source of Calories

Fat: 72.4%

Protein: 25.8%

Carbs: 1.8%