Lemon Herb Chicken Thighs with Roasted Vegetable Couscous
Prep 20 min · Cook 40 min · Serves 4 · medium

Tender, flavorful chicken thighs baked with a bright lemon-herb marinade, served over a bed of fluffy couscous with roasted veggies for a Mediterranean-inspired family dinner.
Ingredients
- 1.5 lbs chicken thighs, bone-in, skin-on
- 3 tbsp lemon juice
- 2 tbsp olive oil
- 1 tsp dried oregano
- 1 tsp dried basil
- 3 cloves garlic cloves, minced
- 1/2 tsp salt
- 1/4 tsp black pepper
- 1 cup couscous
- 1 cup cherry tomatoes, halved
- 1 medium zucchini, diced
- 1/2 small red onion, diced
- 1 tbsp olive oil, for roasting
- 1/4 tsp salt, for roasting
- 1/4 tsp black pepper, for roasting
Instructions
- 1
1. In a large resealable bag, combine the lemon juice, 2 tbsp olive oil, oregano, basil, garlic, salt, and pepper. Add the chicken thighs, seal the bag, and refrigerate for 30 minutes to 2 hours to marinate.
- 2
2. Preheat oven to 400°F. Toss the chopped zucchini, cherry tomatoes, and red onion with 1 tbsp olive oil, 1/4 tsp salt, and 1/4 tsp pepper on a large baking sheet. Roast for 20-25 minutes, stirring halfway, until vegetables are tender and lightly browned.


