I’m on a chicken and turkey kick lately but I’m pretty sure you won’t mind as chicken seems to be one very popular dish! I had some chicken thighs left over from the Moroccan Fruity Chicken Tagine recipe and I wanted to make a simple dish with loads of flavour. Enter rosemary and lemon. Both very strong flavours but wonderfully complementary to chicken.
Thighs are always a good choice because they’re a reasonable price and they don’t take a lot of work but if you prefer breasts they’re great, too. I marinated these for one hour before roasting and they were very moist and the taste was divine. You will see some marinated artichokes tucked in alongside – I wish I had put more in there because they were delicious. I used the jarred ones and next time I will put the whole (small jar) in with the chicken. I know artichokes are an acquired taste so if you’re not a fan, you can leave them out. Scallions might be nice in there instead.
I saw a recipe in Chatelaine magazine for roasted radish salad and I thought it had the right flavors to accompany the chicken. Besides, what can be easier than tossing your main and side dishes in the oven for 25 minutes while you sip on your wine and contemplate your next quick and easy dinner?
I changed up the dressing on this salad because I love balsamic vinegar and it has just the right kick with the radishes. (They used white wine vinegar which I thought was a bit of an odd choice.) This salad has only 3 ingredients – radishes, arugula and thyme but they pack a punch. This was the first time I had roasted radishes and I loved them! The only thing I might do a little differently next time is to cut them into smaller pieces. That`s a big bite of radish!
The recipe is for 6- 8 people but you can double it for larger groups or cut it in half for smaller ones. The fresh herbs in this dish gives you that summer fresh feeling packed into your cold weather comfort food – a great combination. If you make this recipe, let me know and we can tweet it out to your friends. Including a pic would be great, too. Cheers!
- Roasted Lemon and Rosemary Chicken Thighs
- 8 boneless, skinless chicken thighs (you can use bone-in)
- 1 small jar of marinated artichokes
- 1/2 cup grapeseed oil
- Juice and zest of 2 lemons
- 2 cloves of garlic, minced
- 3 tablespoons Dijon mustard
- kosher salt and freshly ground black pepper
- 1/4 teaspoon red pepper flakes
- 1 lemon, sliced thinly
- 6-10 sprigs of rosemary (keep some to add on top after baking – for presentation)
- Roasted Radish Salad
- 4 cups radishes, washed, trimmed and halved
- 1 tablespoon grapeseed oil
- 1 cup packed arugula
- 2 – 4 sprigs of thyme
- 2 teaspoons white balsamic vinegar
- kosher salt and freshly ground black pepper
- Preheat oven to 450
- Wash chicken and pat dry, placing in large bowl with lid. In smaller bowl, whisk together grapeseed oil, lemon juice and zest, garlic, mustard, salt and pepper and red pepper flakes.
- Pour mixture over chicken, ensuring that each piece is completely covered. Cover and refrigerate for 1 hour.
- Arrange chicken in baking dish, tuck in artichokes, rosemary and top with lemon slices.
- Roast chicken and radishes in top and bottom thirds of oven, switching sheets hallway through, until golden, about 25 minutes. Internal temp of chicken should be 165 F.
- Toss radishes with oil and salt and pepper. Place on baking sheet. (see above for directions on roasting)
- When done, transfer radishes into a large bowl. Stir in arugula and thyme and drizzle with white balsamic vinegar. (your can use regular balsamic, I just didn’t want to change the color of the salad). Toss to coat.
I absolutely love it when friends and readers share their pics of these recipes and my friend, Stephanie from The Enchanting Rose was sweet enough to pass on these pics she made for a Mother/Daughter banquet at her church recently. Great job, Stephanie! I want a bite of this!
45 Comments
Linda
November 10, 2014 at 7:22 pmmmm. I want some right now! Your pictures are making me drool. Llove the lemons with the chicken and some refreshing radishes top off the meal. We were just talking about lemons today. We have about 16 lemons on a little tree outside of our study. I will be making this dish soon. I hope all is well with you sweet Robyn. Lots of love and hugs, W.W.
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Bam's Kitchen
November 10, 2014 at 7:55 pmLoving this light and delicious one pan dish. Lemons and rosemary are so delightful with chicken. I have never roasted radishes before but I bet it brings out their natural sweetness and delicious way to enjoy some of the fall’s harvest. I hope you saved some for me I will be right over! Sharing…. Have a super day! BAM
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cheri
November 10, 2014 at 9:54 pmHi Robyn, artichokes and chicken are perfect together, such a great dish, love that you added rosemary and lemon. Also I have never roasted radishes before, I bet this is delicious!
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Eha
November 10, 2014 at 10:18 pmSimple and delightful . . . and I have not roasted radishes either. Always have chicken thighs around, my Meyer lemon still has a couple of lemons hanging on the tree and rosemary and thyme come from the garden also: easy-peasy and it looks delicious!!
Robyn
November 12, 2014 at 9:07 amOh, I would just love my own lemon tree, Eha! It sounds like you’ve got everything right at hand. I envy you your weather. Thanks so much for visiting!
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Stephanie
November 11, 2014 at 12:38 amOh that chicken has my mouth watering! I love rosemary so this recipe is right up my alley.
And the salad – yes please! I love radishes, but have never had a roasted radish salad. You are amazing, my friend 🙂
Have a blessed week! Hugs!
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Robyn
November 12, 2014 at 9:27 amI know you are a chicken lover too, Stephanie, so I`m so glad you like this. The salad was just wonderful. Originally I made it because it looked so pretty in the magazine – I had no idea it would taste so good, lol.
Hope you`re having a fabulous week!
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Anita Rivera
November 11, 2014 at 5:39 amOh my, how LATE AM I? Dearest Robyn, we had a bad snow storm yesterday so I was off the computer and here I am now….what a delicious treat you have here for us! I love chicken, and I am reminded now to go and by my turkey tonight for our Thanksgiving that is just around the corner! I think I may spice it up with THIS recipe for a non-traditional Thanksgiving this year…
I hope you are well and warm dear friend! Anita
Marie
November 11, 2014 at 10:41 amRobyn, I love rosemary, lemon, and artichokes – what a wonderful flavor combination. I’ll put this on my list of recipes to try for sure. I wonder if it would work in my slow cooker. We are entering a busy time of year with school and sports, and my slow cooker is fast becoming my favorite appliance. 🙂 Enjoy your day!
Suz
November 11, 2014 at 3:21 pmWow Looks delicious-have to try the chicken with the artichokes. I love them.
Mindy
November 11, 2014 at 7:44 pmI love lemon and I can only imagine how fresh this dish is with the addition of the lemon with the thyme. And the artichokes? Yum! Your photos are just lovely as are your recipes. Do I see a book in your future? 🙂
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Robyn
November 12, 2014 at 9:42 amI really loved the artichokes in there, Mindy. Thanks so much for your kind words. Do you know a publisher, lol. I`ve got some work to do on my recipes and photos before that happens but you are so sweet to say that!
Have a great day 🙂
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Lynda@fitnessmomwinecountry
November 12, 2014 at 11:20 amRobyn, I just found your site and am in love. What beautiful recipes. I am looking so forward to taking more time and going through as I am now a follower 🙂
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Robyn
November 15, 2014 at 8:48 amThanks so much, Lynda! I visited your beautiful site as well and it seems we have a lot of common interests. Looking forward to talking with you in the future about a collaboration!
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Cindy @ Pick Fresh Foods
November 15, 2014 at 11:28 amI’ve been on a crazy chicken kick lately too. I’m craving it cooked all types of ways. The roasted chicken is calling my name! I love the lemon and artichokes. I have just a tad bit of rosemary left. Most of it has succumbed to the weather, so I need to hurry and use what is left. Looks like Sunday dinner to me 😀 Pinning!
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Michelle @ A Dish of Daily Life
November 15, 2014 at 12:15 pmYour chicken looks delicious and I know I will love it because I make a very similar dish! We go through a lot of lemon and chicken in this house and artichoke hearts are a big favorite too, but I often use capers in my lemony chicken creations. Your radish salad looks intriguing. I almost never use radishes but I think I am going to have to give them another try now! Pinning and I’ll be sharing on my Facebook page too! Thanks so much for sharing it with us at Foodie Fridays…I always love what you share with us! Have a fabulous weekend!
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Heather
November 16, 2014 at 11:26 amLemon and rosemary go so well with chicken! Thanks for linking up! I bet it makes the whole house smell amazing while it’s cooking!
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Marla
November 16, 2014 at 12:00 pmSounds wonderful. I don’t like radishes that well but I do love this recipe. Thanks for sharing on Real Food Fridays. Pinned & twitted.
Robyn
November 16, 2014 at 3:53 pmHi Marla,
I was so-so about radishes until I roasted them! Such a great flavor. Thanks for the pins and tweet!
Sarah @ Sarah's Kitchen
November 16, 2014 at 2:52 pmMouthwatering dish…
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Cathy
November 16, 2014 at 4:20 pmPINNED because everything you make is amazing! 🙂 Hope that you are doing great Robyn!
Cathy
Robyn
November 16, 2014 at 5:38 pmAwwhh, you just made my night, Cathy! Thank you! And thanks for the pin, too. 🙂
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Kimberly
November 16, 2014 at 4:26 pmHello cute lady! This looks so good. Pinned. We really appreciate you taking the time to stop by our party. It wouldn’t be a party without you. Please join us on Monday at 7 pm. Happy Sunday! Lou Lou Girls
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Maggie | Omnivore's Cookbook
November 17, 2014 at 9:38 amI like all sorts of chicken dishes and chicken thigh is one of my favorite part! The lemon and rosemary seasoning sounds refreshing and appetizing! Pinned and saved 🙂
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Mary
November 17, 2014 at 10:09 amI just notice that you also posted a very yummy looking chicken recipe. I love chicken and we eat it almost everyday. We have a huge rosemary bush and this will be super easy to make. Thanks, I’m always looking for different ways to make chicken!
Christine | No Gojis No Glory
November 17, 2014 at 12:01 pmOh yeah…this is going on my “gotta make” list. It looks absolutely amazing Robyn. I always prefer chicken thighs to breast. I know breast are a leaner choice, but thighs have more flavor and stay juicier. By the way…I loooove artichokes, so I wouldn’t change a thing!
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Miz Helen
November 17, 2014 at 3:26 pmHi Robyn,
this is my very favorite flavor combination for roast or baked chicken, lemon and rosemary always a winner. Hope you are having a great day and thanks so much for sharing this awesome post with Full Plate Thursday.
Come Back Soon!
Miz Helen
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Laura Irion // Avery Street Design
November 19, 2014 at 2:28 amLooks absolutely delicious. Again I find myself wondering why I link-party while hungry! Not a good idea!! 🙂 🙂
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Diane (@SimpleLivingEat)
November 20, 2014 at 4:59 pmThis looks gorgeous and the rosemary and lemon sound like knock out flavoring. Pinned. Thanks for bringing this by Weekend Bites.
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Andy Bland
December 14, 2014 at 4:52 pmOh wow. This recipe looks so divine.
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MM
June 4, 2015 at 5:27 pmJust visited your site through Stephanie’s recommendation, and was so inspired that I made this dish for dinner… it is in the oven right now, and the smells delicious – can’t wait for dinner. Thanks again for the lovely inspiration here 🙂
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Robyn
June 4, 2015 at 8:39 pmOh that’s fabulous, MM! I hope you enjoyed it. I love it because it’s simple yet so flavorful. Thanks for letting me know:)
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Maureen
September 30, 2015 at 5:46 pmI love chicken and we’re having this tonight. I can’t wait for the first bite!
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Robyn
September 30, 2015 at 5:50 pmOh, I love that you’re trying it, Maureen! Thanks so much. Don’t you love easy chicken dishes. Can’t wait to hear what you think!
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Seth
December 16, 2015 at 2:12 amI’ve roasted radishes before but such a simple salad with them sounds great. Arugula and thyme is also a combination that I’m going to be playing with now 😀
Robyn
December 16, 2015 at 7:10 amHi Seth,
I wanted the simplicity of the salad because the rosemary and lemon is pretty powerful, lol. Thanks so much for taking the time to comment 🙂
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Nicole
December 17, 2015 at 12:21 amhi Robyn!!
do you think potatoes would. work instead of artichokes? like maybe the really small potatoes?
thanks so much!!!
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Summer
September 5, 2016 at 12:35 pmYou are such an amazing cook! This looks so delish and nice ♥
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Robyn
September 6, 2016 at 6:54 amLOL, so kind of you to say, Summer, but I’m truly about quick and easy and have so much to learn! You sure made my day though – thank you! Have a great week 🙂
John/Kitchen Riffs
September 7, 2016 at 11:10 amI’ll bet most of us eat a lot of chicken, so the more recipes the better! And this is a good one — tons of flavor, and looks wonderful. My kind of dish — thanks!
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