PrintOne-Pan Lemon Herb Baked Chicken Thighs with Asparagus
You can make a flavorful, satisfying, and simple low carb chicken dinner using just one pan. This recipe uses fresh herbs and bright lemon to season chicken thighs and tender asparagus.
- Prep Time: 10 min
- Cook Time: 35 min
- Total Time: 45 min
- Yield: 4 servings 1x
- Category: Dinner
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: American
- Diet: Low Fat
Ingredients
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- 4 bone-in, skin-on chicken thighs
- 1 pound fresh asparagus, trimmed
- 2 tablespoons olive oil
- 1 teaspoon dried oregano
- 1 teaspoon dried thyme
- 1 teaspoon garlic powder
- 1/2 teaspoon salt
- 1/4 teaspoon black pepper
- 1 lemon, thinly sliced
- 2 cloves garlic, minced
Instructions
- Preheat your oven to 400 degrees Fahrenheit. Line a large baking sheet with parchment paper for easy cleanup.
- In a small bowl, mix together the olive oil, oregano, thyme, garlic powder, salt, and pepper. This is your best low carb marinade base.
- Place the chicken thighs on the prepared baking sheet. Rub the herb and oil mixture evenly over the chicken, getting some under the skin if possible.
- Arrange the trimmed asparagus spears around the chicken thighs on the baking sheet.
- Scatter the minced garlic over the chicken and asparagus. Place the thin lemon slices on top of the chicken thighs.
- Bake for 30 to 35 minutes, or until the internal temperature of the chicken reaches 165 degrees Fahrenheit and the skin is crispy.
- Remove from the oven and let the chicken rest for 5 minutes before serving immediately with the roasted asparagus.
Notes
- For an even quicker cleanup, use aluminum foil instead of parchment paper on your baking sheet.
- If you prefer chicken breasts, reduce the cooking time by about 10 minutes, checking for doneness carefully.
- This dish is naturally gluten free and fits well into a keto chicken recipes plan.
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 thigh and 1/4 of asparagus
- Calories: 410
- Sugar: 1
- Sodium: 350
- Fat: 28
- Saturated Fat: 8
- Unsaturated Fat: 20
- Trans Fat: 0
- Carbohydrates: 5
- Fiber: 2
- Protein: 35
- Cholesterol: 120