Oven Baked Greek Chicken Thighs
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4.5
Oven Baked Greek Chicken Thighs
Description
The Oven Baked Greek Chicken Thighs use a yogurt and lemon marinade to infuse flavor and moisture into the boneless, skinless thighs. The combination of Italian seasoning with fresh garlic and lemon zest yields a balanced herbaceous and citrus profile. Marinating from 15 minutes up to overnight allows the flavors to deepen. Baking at 425°F for 20-25 minutes cooks the chicken evenly without drying it. The straightforward method involves a single baking sheet lined with foil for easy cleanup.
This chicken pairs well with simple sides like roasted vegetables or rice and can be served warm from the oven. The texture is tender from the yogurt marinade and the flavor leans on the bright citrus elements and Italian herb mix.
Ingredients
- 1.5 pounds chicken thigh boneless, skinless
For The Marinade:
- ½ cup yogurt full fat preferred, plain, Greek
- ¼ cup olive oil
- lemon zest of one
- ⅓ cup lemon juice
- 4-5 cloves garlic pressed or minced
- 2 tablespoons Italian seasoning I used my homemade blend, make sure yours has no added salt, dried
- 1 teaspoon kosher salt
- ½ teaspoon black pepper freshly ground
Instructions
- Whisk together ingredients for marinade. Toss chicken in marinade to fully coat. Allow to sit for at least 15 minutes, or keep in the refrigerator for longer, up to overnight.
- When ready to cook, preheat oven to 425°F.
- Line a baking sheet with foil for easy cleanup. Arrange chicken on baking sheet in a single layer.
- Bake for 20-25 minutes, or until cooked through.
Nutrition Information
Show DetailsNutrition Facts
Serving: 4Servings
Amount Per Serving
Calories 353 kcal
% Daily Value*
| Serving | 1Serving | |
| Calories | 353kcal | 18% |
| Carbohydrates | 5g | 2% |
| Protein | 36g | 72% |
| Fat | 21g | 32% |
| Saturated Fat | 4g | 20% |
| Cholesterol | 163mg | 54% |
| Sodium | 743mg | 31% |
| Potassium | 516mg | 11% |
| Fiber | 1g | 4% |
| Sugar | 1g | 2% |
| Vitamin A | 85IU | 2% |
| Vitamin C | 8.8mg | 10% |
| Calcium | 88mg | 9% |
| Iron | 2.4mg | 13% |
* Percent Daily Values are based on a 2,000 calorie diet.
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