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Crispy and Juicy Baked Chicken Thighs Recipe

This tender and crispy, Italian baked chicken thighs recipe is incredibly easy and made in the oven in about 35 minutes! Bone-in chicken thighs are marinated with garlic cloves, olive oil, Italian seasoning, and fresh lemon juice for the best bold flavors.
Prep Time1 hour
Cook Time35 minutes
Total Time1 hour 35 minutes
Course: Gluten-Free, Main Course
Cuisine: American
Diet: Gluten Free, Low Calorie, Low Fat
Servings: 6 servings
Author: Rena

Ingredients

  • 2 pounds chicken thighs bone-in; skin-on
  • 3 tablespoons olive oil
  • 3-4 garlic cloves
  • 2 teaspoons Italian seasoning
  • Kosher salt to taste
  • Kosher pepper to taste
  • 1 lemon juice and zest
  • ⅔ cups low-sodium chicken stock
  • ¼ cup fresh parsley chopped
  • lemon slices to garnish; optional

Instructions

  • Place all the ingredients, except for the stock and parsley, in a Ziploc bag. Stir well through the bag to coat the chicken thighs.
  • Marinade the chicken thighs for one hour or overnight.
  • Preheat the oven to 425°F.
  • Preheat a large oven-safe skillet over medium-high heat. Sear the chicken until golden brown on both sides.
  • Pour over the stock and stir a bit to release those brown bits from the bottom of the pan.
  • Transfer to the preheated oven.
  • Bake for 30-35 minutes, or until the internal temperature reads 165°F.
  • Garnish with chopped parsley and lemon slices, if desired.

Notes

  • Any kind of oil will work for this recipe; however, we recommend olive oil because of its rich flavors.
  • Feel free to use boneless chicken thighs instead of bone-in thighs. We like the flavors of bone-in chicken thighs because they are juicy and tender.
  • Vegetable stock will work in place of chicken stock.
  • Store the leftovers in an airtight container in the refrigerator for up to four days.
  • Swap out the fresh lemon for lime in this chicken recipe.
  • Get creative and use different seasonings in place of Italian seasoning if you want to experiment with different flavors.
  • Be sure the chicken reaches an internal temperature of at least 165 degrees Fahrenheit. Use your favorite kitchen thermometer for checking the temperature.

Nutrition

Serving: 1serving | Calories: 407kcal | Carbohydrates: 3g | Protein: 26g | Fat: 32g | Saturated Fat: 8g | Polyunsaturated Fat: 6g | Monounsaturated Fat: 16g | Trans Fat: 1g | Cholesterol: 148mg | Sodium: 127mg | Potassium: 386mg | Fiber: 1g | Sugar: 1g | Vitamin A: 344IU | Vitamin C: 13mg | Calcium: 35mg | Iron: 2mg