Rosemary Lemon Chicken Thighs

12 chicken thighs, bone in, skin on
2 tsp granulated garlic powder
1 tsp ground black pepper.
2 tsp kosher salt
1/3 cup extra-virgin olive oil
1 lemon, cut into eight wedges
10 garlic cloves, peeled
10 rosemary sprigs 1/2 cup lemon juice
Preheat oven to 400°F.
Pat chicken thighs, dry and place in a large bowl. Season with garlic powder, pepper, and salt. In a heavy oven proof skillet, warm olive oil over medium heat. Place the thighs skin side down and sauté for about five minutes, until golden. Then flip the pieces over.
Place the lemon wedges and garlic cloves in between the chicken. Place the rosemary sprigs on top. Pour lemon juice over chicken.
Cover with heavy duty foil and bake in the oven for 45 minutes. Internal chicken temperature should be 165°F.
Let rest before serving.
Garnish with remaining rosemary. Serve with basmati rice or roasted potato wedges.