Roasted Herb-Crusted Chicken Breasts and Thighs

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• 2 chicken breasts
• 2 chicken thighs
• 2 tablespoons olive oil
• 3 cloves garlic
• 1 teaspoon dried oregano
• 1 teaspoon salt
• 0.5 teaspoon black pepper

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1. Preparation

2. 1 Preheat your oven to 400°F (200°C) and line a baking sheet with parchment paper.
3. 2 Pat the chicken breasts and thighs dry with paper towels to ensure crispy skin.
4. 3 In a small bowl, mix the olive oil, minced garlic, dried oregano, salt, and black pepper.
5. 4 Rub the herb mixture thoroughly over all sides of the chicken pieces.

6. Roasting

7. 5 Place the chicken on the prepared baking sheet, skin-side up.
8. 6 Roast in the preheated oven for 40 to 45 minutes, or until the internal temperature reaches 165°F (74°C).
9. 7 Let the chicken rest for 5-10 minutes before serving to ensure the juices redistribute.