• Skip to primary navigation
  • Skip to main content
  • Skip to primary sidebar
  • Recipes
  • Instant Pot
  • Tropical Pina Colada
  • Beef Gravy
  • Amazon Store

Cooking With Curls logo

Home » Chicken » Italian Baked Chicken Thighs

Published: Sep 23, 2020 · Modified: Sep 23, 2020 by Lisa Johnson

Italian Baked Chicken Thighs

This post may contain affiliate links. As an Amazon Associate I earn from qualifying purchases. For more information, please visit my disclosure page.

  • Share
  • Tweet
Jump to Recipe Print Recipe

The other day I shared a recipe for Sautéed Zucchini and Tomatoes, and mentioned that they would be delicious served with Italian Baked Chicken Thighs. I know this to be true because I made them together, and they are perfect together!!

a crispy chicken thigh on a bed of zucchini and tomatoes topped with parmesan cheese on a small white plate.

Not only is this meal delicious, but it is simple to put together as well using basic ingredients.

Ingredients to make Italian Baked Chicken Thighs; bone-in chicken thighs, garlic, Italian seasoning, lemons and olive oil.

I did make one change while preparing this recipe, I added onion slices to the baking sheet before I baked the chicken thighs and did not have them in the image above. That's the beauty of cooking, you can make changes as you go if it feels like something is missing.

How to make Oven Baked Italian Chicken Thighs

Whisk the olive oil, lemon zest, lemon juice, Italian seasoning, minced garlic, salt and pepper together in a small bowl.

Olive oil, lemon zest, Italian seasoning, salt and pepper in a small white bowl.

Pour the marinade over the chicken thighs in a large bowl. Cover and set aside to marinate for 15 to 30 minutes.

Chicken thighs and marinade in a large glass bowl.

Preheat oven to 400 degrees. Spread onion slices across a parchment lined baking sheet and top with the chicken thighs.

marinated chicken thighs on a parchment lined baking sheet sitting on onion slices.

Bake for 30 to 35 minutes, until internal temperature reaches 165 degrees. Broil for 2 to 3 minutes for extra crispy skin if desired.

Remove from oven and allow to rest for 10 minutes before serving.

looking down on six chicken thighs and lemon slices on a white platter.

I served my chicken thighs with Sautéed Zucchini and Tomatoes, but Classic Rice Pilaf or Creamy Parmesan Polenta would be delicious as well.

Recipe Notes & Tips

  • Chicken can marinate overnight if needed.
  • Feel free to add crushed red pepper flakes for more heat.
  • All ovens cook differently, cooking times may need to be adjusted.

More delicious chicken thigh recipes

  • Chicken Thighs with Olives, Capers and Lemon
  • Guinness Beer-Braised Chicken Thighs
  • Sheet Pan Roast Chicken Thighs with Potatoes and Carrots
  • Skillet Chicken Cacciatore
  • Lemon-Garlic Skillet Chicken
  • Chicken au Champagne

Tools used to make this recipe

Cooking with Curls is a participant in the Amazon.com Services LLC Associates Program, an affiliate advertising program designed to provide a means for sites to earn advertising fees by advertising and linking to amazon.com

Enjoy!!

Italian Baked Chicken Thighs

These crispy and delicious Italian Baked Chicken Thighs are sure to be a family favorite, and they are really simple to make!
4.5 from 2 votes
Print
Course: Main Course
Cuisine: Italian
Keyword: crispy, simple, chicken thighs
Prep Time: 10 minutes
Cook Time: 30 minutes
Marinate: 15 minutes
Total Time: 55 minutes
Servings: 4 Servings
Calories: 525kcal
Author: Lisa Johnson

Ingredients

  • 1/4 cup olive oil
  • zest of one lemon
  • 1/2 cup lemon juice
  • 5 cloves garlic pressed or finely minced
  • 2 tablespoons Italian seasoning
  • 1 teaspoon sea salt
  • 1/2 teaspoon ground black pepper
  • 1 large onion cut into wedges and separated
  • 6 chicken thighs bone-in, skin-on, mine were just under 3 pounds.

Instructions

  • Whisk the olive oil, lemon zest, lemon juice, Italian seasoning, minced garlic, salt and pepper together in a small bowl.
  • Pour the marinade over the chicken thighs in a large bowl. Cover and set aside to marinate for 15 to 30 minutes.
  • Preheat oven to 400 degrees. Spread onion slices across a parchment lined baking sheet and top with the chicken thighs.
  • Bake for 30 to 35 minutes, until internal temperature reaches 165 degrees. Broil for 2 to 3 minutes for extra crispy skin if desired.
  • Remove from oven and allow to rest for 10 minutes before serving.

Notes

  • Chicken can marinate overnight if needed.
  • Feel free to add crushed red pepper flakes for more heat.
  • All ovens cook differently, cooking time may need to be adjusted.

Nutrition

Calories: 525kcal | Carbohydrates: 9g | Protein: 29g | Fat: 42g | Saturated Fat: 10g | Cholesterol: 166mg | Sodium: 715mg | Potassium: 480mg | Fiber: 2g | Sugar: 3g | Vitamin A: 175IU | Vitamin C: 16mg | Calcium: 69mg | Iron: 2mg
Previous Post: « Sautéed Zucchini and Tomatoes
Next Post: Sous Vide Filet Migon »

Reader Interactions

Leave a Reply Cancel reply

Your email address will not be published. Required fields are marked *

Recipe Rating




Primary Sidebar

Headshot of Lisa Johnson

Hi, I'm Lisa - Welcome to my kitchen! I have a passion for good food and love sharing my creations with friends, family and everyone that loves a homecooked meal. This is where I share my favorite recipes with step-by-step instructions as well as tips and tricks to help you make these delicious recipes in your home.

More about me →

Popular

  • Mexican Arroz con Pollo
  • Instant Pot Salsa Verde
  • Baked Parmesan Zucchini Bites
  • Paloma Cocktail

As seen in...

Footer

↑ back to top

Info

  • Privacy Policy
  • Disclaimer & Disclosure
  • Accessibility Policy
  • Contact

Newsletter

  • Sign Up! for emails and updates & receive a FREE Instant Pot e-Book filled with the Top 10 reader's favorite recipes!

Topics

  • Instant Pot
  • Tropical Pina Colada
  • Beef Gravy
  • Recipe Index

As an Amazon Associate I earn from qualifying purchases.

Copyright © 2012-2021 Cooking with Curls® | All Rights Reserved