Crispy One-Pan Chicken Thighs with Lemon and Artichokes
A quick and easy one-pan recipe featuring crispy chicken thighs with bright lemon and tender artichokes, perfect for busy weeknights and cozy dinners.
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 30 minutes
- Total Time: 40 minutes
- Yield: 4 servings 1x
- Category: Main Course
- Cuisine: American
Ingredients
Scale
- 4–6 bone-in, skin-on chicken thighs
- 2 tablespoons extra virgin olive oil
- 1 large lemon, thinly sliced
- 1 jar or can (about 14 oz) artichoke hearts, drained and quartered
- 3 cloves garlic, minced
- 2 sprigs fresh thyme (or 1 teaspoon dried thyme)
- 1 teaspoon kosher salt, or to taste
- Freshly ground black pepper, to taste
- 1/4 cup (60 ml) chicken broth
Instructions
- Preheat your oven to 425°F (220°C). Pat the chicken thighs dry with paper towels.
- Season the chicken generously with salt and pepper on both sides.
- Heat the olive oil in a large oven-safe skillet over medium-high heat until shimmering but not smoking, about 2 minutes.
- Place the chicken thighs skin-side down carefully in the skillet. Sear without moving for 6-8 minutes until the skin is deep golden and crisp.
- Flip the chicken thighs and cook for another 3 minutes on the other side.
- Add the minced garlic, thyme sprigs, lemon slices, and artichokes around the chicken in the pan. Pour in the chicken broth.
- Transfer the skillet to the oven and roast for 15-20 minutes, or until the chicken reaches an internal temperature of 165°F (74°C).
- Remove from the oven and let the chicken rest for 5 minutes before serving.
Notes
Pat chicken dry before cooking for crispy skin. Avoid crowding the pan to prevent steaming. If lemon slices start to burn, cover loosely with foil halfway through roasting. Let chicken rest after cooking to keep meat tender. Use a meat thermometer to ensure chicken reaches 165°F (74°C).
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 chicken thigh with
- Calories: 350
- Sugar: 2
- Sodium: 600
- Fat: 22
- Saturated Fat: 5
- Carbohydrates: 6
- Fiber: 2
- Protein: 30
Keywords: chicken thighs, lemon chicken, artichokes, one-pan recipe, crispy chicken, easy dinner, weeknight meal, gluten-free, dairy-free