When life gets busy, having a go-to, delicious, and nutritious meal that comes together with minimal effort is essential. This Roasted Chicken Thighs and Green Beans recipe is exactly that! Juicy, flavorful chicken with a perfectly crispy skin, paired with tender green beans, makes for a balanced, protein-packed meal that your whole family will love. Not only are chicken thighs more flavorful than chicken breasts, but they also are easier to cook, cheaper and have all the great benefits of a complete protein that’s amino acid rich.
Nutrients Highlights in Chicken Thighs with Green Beans
Chicken thighs are an underrated hero when it comes to quick and satisfying meals.
- Chicken Thighs are rich in protein to support muscle repair and immune function. Also higher in healthy fats to help with satiety. Chicken is also a great source of B vitamins with aid in energy production and thyroid health. Also, is high in amino acids with can benefit brain performance specifically for those struggling with depression
- Green Beans are a great source of folate, magnesium, and fiber, which all support neurotransmitter function, gut health, and a calmer nervous system.
- Olive or avocado oil provides healthy fats that support blood sugar stability and help absorb fat-soluble vitamins. Both oils have anti-inflammatory properties, which are critical for reducing brain fog and chronic stress symptoms.
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How to make Oven Roasted Chicken Thighs:
Ingredients:
- 3 lbs of chicken thighs (about 6-8)
- 2 tsp sea salt
- 2 tsp garlic powder
- 2 tsp onion powder
- 2 tsp Italian seasoning
- 1 tsp black pepper
- 1 tsp paprika
- 12 oz green beans
- Olive or avocado oil (for drizzling/spraying)
Instructions:
- Preheat oven to 400°F.
- Rinse and pat dry the chicken thighs.
- Drizzle or spray with olive/avocado oil and toss to coat evenly.
- Sprinkle the seasonings over all sides of the chicken thighs.
- Place the chicken thighs skin side up on a baking sheet.
- Bake for 35-45 minutes or until the internal temperature reaches 165°F.
- During the last 15 minutes of baking, add green beans to a separate pan with a drizzle of oil.
- (Optional) If you love extra crispy skin, broil the chicken for a few minutes at the end.
- Serve hot and enjoy!
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Roasted Chicken Thighs and Green Beans Recipe
Ingredients
- 3 lbs of chicken thighs about 6-8
- 2 tsp sea salt
- 2 tsp garlic powder
- 2 tsp onion powder
- 2 tsp Italian seasoning
- 1 tsp black pepper
- 1 tsp paprika
- 12 oz green beans
- Olive or avocado oil for drizzling/spraying
Instructions
- Preheat oven to 400°F.
- Rinse and pat dry the chicken thighs.
- Drizzle or spray with olive/avocado oil and toss to coat evenly.
- Sprinkle the seasonings over all sides of the chicken thighs.
- Place the chicken thighs skin side up on a baking sheet.
- Bake for 35-45 minutes or until the internal temperature reaches 165°F.
- During the last 15 minutes of baking, add green beans to a separate pan with a drizzle of oil.
- (Optional) If you love extra crispy skin, broil the chicken for a few minutes at the end.
- Serve hot and enjoy!
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