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Baked Italian Chicken Thighs

Baked Italian Chicken Thighs: Juicy Flavor You’ll Crave

Baked Italian Chicken Thighs are a flavorful, easy-to-make dish, bursting with Mediterranean aromas that will surely satisfy your cravings.
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Prep Time 10 minutes
Cook Time 40 minutes
Marinating Time 30 minutes
Total Time 1 hour 20 minutes
Servings: 4 chicken thighs
Course: Dinner
Cuisine: Italian
Calories: 320
Ingredients Equipment Method Nutrition Notes

Ingredients
  

For the Marinade
  • 1/4 cup Olive Oil or avocado oil for a twist
  • 1/4 cup Lemon Juice fresh lemons preferred
  • 1 tsp Garlic Powder or fresh minced garlic
  • 1 tsp Oregano dried or fresh
  • 1 tsp Basil or Italian seasoning
  • 1 tsp Salt adjust to taste
  • 1 tsp Pepper freshly ground is best

Equipment

  • Oven
  • mixing bowl
  • baking dish
  • Measuring tools

Method
 

Step-by-Step Instructions
  1. Preheat your oven to 425°F (220°C).
  2. In a mixing bowl, combine olive oil, lemon juice, garlic powder, oregano, basil, salt, and pepper. Whisk until smooth.
  3. Coat chicken thighs thoroughly with the marinade. Marinate for at least 30 minutes or overnight for better flavor.
  4. Place marinated chicken thighs skin-side up in a baking dish.
  5. Bake for 35 to 40 minutes until the internal temperature reaches 165°F (75°C) and juices run clear.
  6. Optionally, broil for an additional minute for extra crispiness.
  7. Let the chicken rest for a few minutes before serving. Drizzle remaining marinade over chicken if desired.

Nutrition

Serving: 1chicken thighCalories: 320kcalCarbohydrates: 2gProtein: 24gFat: 24gSaturated Fat: 6gPolyunsaturated Fat: 2gMonounsaturated Fat: 14gCholesterol: 90mgSodium: 600mgPotassium: 360mgVitamin C: 2mgIron: 6mg

Notes

For best results, marinate overnight. Adjust seasoning to your preference and experiment with fresh herbs for enhanced flavor.

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