Herb Roast Chicken Thighs (Printable Version)

Juicy herb-seasoned chicken thighs roasted alongside spring vegetables for a hearty meal.

# Ingredients Required:

→ Poultry

01 - 6 bone-in, skin-on chicken thighs

→ Vegetables

02 - 450 g baby potatoes, halved
03 - 1 bunch asparagus, trimmed and cut into 5 cm pieces
04 - 3 carrots, peeled and sliced diagonally
05 - 4 shallots, peeled and quartered

→ Herbs and Aromatics

06 - 1 tablespoon fresh thyme leaves
07 - 1 tablespoon fresh rosemary, chopped
08 - Zest of 1 lemon
09 - 4 garlic cloves, smashed
10 - 1 teaspoon finely chopped parsley

→ Oils and Seasonings

11 - 3 tablespoons olive oil
12 - 2 teaspoons kosher salt
13 - 1 teaspoon freshly ground black pepper
14 - Pinch of salt

→ Glaze

15 - 1 tablespoon honey
16 - 1 tablespoon fresh lemon juice
17 - 1 teaspoon Dijon mustard

# Guide to Cooking:

01 - Preheat oven to 220°C. Line a large sheet pan with parchment paper or aluminum foil for easier cleanup.
02 - In a large bowl, combine baby potatoes, carrots, asparagus, and shallots with olive oil, kosher salt, black pepper, lemon zest, thyme, rosemary, and smashed garlic. Mix until evenly coated.
03 - Spread the tossed vegetables evenly across the prepared sheet pan.
04 - Pat chicken thighs dry with paper towels. Season both sides with additional salt and pepper. Place chicken skin-side up on top of the vegetables.
05 - Roast in the preheated oven for 35 minutes.
06 - While the chicken roasts, whisk together honey, lemon juice, Dijon mustard, chopped parsley, and a pinch of salt in a small bowl.
07 - Remove the pan from the oven carefully, brush the honey-lemon glaze generously over the chicken thighs. Return to oven and roast for an additional 10 minutes or until the internal temperature reaches 79°C and skin is crisp and golden.
08 - For extra crisp skin, broil on high for 2 to 3 minutes, watching closely to prevent burning.
09 - Allow the chicken to rest for 5 minutes before serving. Garnish with additional chopped parsley if desired. Serve directly from the pan or arrange family-style on a platter.

# Extra Suggestions:

01 - Use a meat thermometer to ensure chicken thighs reach an internal temperature of 79°C for safe consumption.

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