Preparing the Chicken

1. Preheat the Oven: Preheat your oven to 425°F (220°C).
2. Season the Chicken: In a large bowl, combine the olive oil, salt, black pepper, garlic powder, paprika, and dried thyme. Add the chicken thighs or breasts and coat them thoroughly with the seasoning mixture.
3. Arrange on Baking Sheet: Place the seasoned chicken pieces on a large baking sheet lined with parchment paper or aluminum foil, skin-side up.

Preparing the Broccoli

4. Prepare the Broccoli: In a separate bowl, toss the broccoli florets with olive oil, salt, black pepper, and garlic powder.
5. Add Broccoli to Baking Sheet: Arrange the seasoned broccoli around the chicken on the baking sheet, ensuring even spacing for proper roasting.

Roasting

6. Roast in the Oven: Place the baking sheet in the preheated oven and roast for 25-30 minutes, or until the chicken reaches an internal temperature of 165°F (75°C) and the broccoli is tender with crispy edges.
7. Check for Doneness: Use a meat thermometer to check the chicken’s internal temperature to ensure it is fully cooked.

Serving

8. Rest and Serve: Allow the chicken to rest for 5 minutes before serving. Serve the roasted chicken and broccoli with lemon wedges and garnish with fresh parsley if desired.