Savory Herb Roasted Chicken Thighs

This savory herb roasted chicken thighs recipe is perfect for restaurants and cafes looking to serve a crowd-pleasing dish at a low cost. Bulk herbs and spices deliver maximum flavor while keeping your food costs manageable.

Prep 15 min · Cook 45 min · Total 60 min · Serves 20 · Beginner

Ingredients

• 10 pounds chicken thighs (skin-on, bone-in for best flavor)
• 1 cup olive oil (bulk olive oil recommended)
• 3 tablespoons garlic powder (buy in bulk for cost savings)
• 2 tablespoons dried rosemary (use high-quality bulk spices)
• 2 tablespoons dried thyme (available in wholesale quantities)
• 1 tablespoon salt (Kosher salt preferred)
• 1 tablespoon black pepper (freshly ground adds flavor)
• 2 units lemon (for zest and juicing)

Instructions

1. Preheat the oven to 400°F (200°C).
2. In a large bowl, combine olive oil, garlic powder, dried rosemary, dried thyme, salt, and black pepper.
3. Add chicken thighs to the bowl and toss to coat evenly in the herb mixture.
4. Place the chicken thighs skin side up on a baking sheet lined with parchment paper.
5. Zest and juice the lemons, then drizzle the juice over the chicken thighs.
6. Roast in the preheated oven for 40-45 minutes or until the internal temperature reaches 165°F (75°C). (45 min)
7. Let rest for 5 minutes before serving. (5 min)

Recipe by BoxNCase Test Kitchen for the BoxNCase Chef Network.