Step 1

Preheat oven to 400F (205C).

Step 2

Pat the chicken thighs with a paper towel.

Step 3

Sprinkle salt and black pepper over each.

Step 4

Drizzle olive oil over them and rub well.

Step 5

Place thighs in a baking pan. Toss rosemary leaves and garlic in the pan.

Step 6

Bake for 30 minutes. Reduce the heat to 375F (190C) and bake for 20 minutes more until tender when poked with a knife.

Step 7

Remove from oven and cover with aluminum foil until serving time.

Step 8

Garnish with fresh rosemary leaves when serving.