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    Italian Baked Chicken Thighs

    Published: Jun 18, 2020, Last updated: Jan 18, 2022 by Emily This post may contain affiliate links.

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    Italian Baked Chicken Thighs - Crispy and delicious oven baked chicken thighs made with fresh rosemary, sage and oregano. These chicken thighs are succulent, juicy and super simple to prepare. Perfect for a one pan, low prep dinner!

    An overhead shot of Italian baked chicken thighs on a plate with rosemary

    Ingredients you need

    The ingredients are super simple and easy all you need is chicken thighs bone-in and skin on, fresh rosemary and sage, dried oregano, olive oil, salt and pepper. See the photo below that shows all the ingredients you need.

    An overhead shot of ingredients you need to make Italian Baked Chicken Thighs

    How to make this recipe - step by step

    Finely chop the fresh herbs and sprinkle over the chicken along with the oregano (photo 1).

    Drizzle the olive oil over the chicken and rub it all over so it’s thoroughly coated in herbs and oil (photo 2).

    Step by step photos showing how to make crispy Italian baked chicken thighs

    Sprinkle with salt and pepper and bake in the oven for 45 minutes (photo 3).

    Once cooked turn on the broiler/oven grill and broil the chicken until the skin is extra crispy (2-3 minutes) (photo 4).

    Let the chicken rest for 5 minutes then serve with desired sides.

    Serving suggestions

    These Italian baked chicken thighs go with almost anything they are super versatile.

    I love to serve them with warm cannellini beans drizzled with olive oil and a pinch of salt and lemon zest. It takes 5 minutes to whip up and makes such an easy side dish.

    My other favourite sides to serve with this are our sauteed broccoli with pesto and pine nuts, Italian roasted potatoes, Italian green beans in tomato sauce or a simple and fresh salad.

    Top Tip: You can throw veggies such as tomatoes, bell peppers or chopped potatoes in with the chicken so they cook at the same time.

    A close up of a juicy piece of chicken on a fork

    Top tips and recipe FAQs

    • Pat the skin dry - pat the chicken skin with a paper towel before starting this recipe. It gets rid of excess moisture and helps the chicken skin crisp up.
    • Flavour combinations - feel free to switch up the herbs, spices and flavours as you like, this is such a versatile recipe. For some ideas try; lemon zest, garlic or red pepper flakes.
    • Let the chicken rest - after cooking any meat especially chicken it's important to let it rest after cooking otherwise it can dry out and a lot of the flavour in the juices will run out. Let the thighs rest for at least 5 minutes after cooking.
    • Watch the video! - make sure to check out our step by step recipe video and photos to help you make this recipe perfectly!
    How do I get the chicken skin nice and crispy?

    There's a lot of fat in the chicken skin which crisps up nicely in the oven during cooking but to get it extra crispy and delicious I broil the chicken for a couple of minutes. It's such a simple trick for the best crispy chicken thighs ever!

    How long do I bake the chicken thighs for?

    I bake 3 lbs (1.3 kg) chicken thighs for 45 minutes so they're cooked through but still super juicy and delicious. If you are unsure if they are cooked use a meat thermometer and check that it registers 165F (74C) so you know that they are done.

    Can I use boneless and skinless chicken thighs?

    Yes, you can use boneless and skinless thighs but they won't be as juicy and will lose their crispiness since a lot of fat and flavour is in the skin. Also remember that boneless thighs will take about 10 minutes less to cook.

    How do I store leftovers?

    Leftover cooked chicken thighs will last for 3-4 days in a sealed container in the fridge or can be frozen. Use leftover chicken in salads, sandwiches or soups.

    More Italian chicken recipes you might like

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    Italian Baked Chicken Thighs

    Italian Baked Chicken Thighs - Crispy and delicious oven baked chicken thighs made with fresh rosemary, sage and oregano. These chicken thighs are succulent, juicy and super simple to prepare. Perfect for a one pan, low prep dinner!
    Course Main Course
    Cuisine Italian
    Prep Time 5 minutes
    Cook Time 45 minutes
    Total Time 50 minutes
    Servings 4 servings
    Calories 561kcal
    Author Emily Kemp

    Ingredients

    • 6-8 chicken thighs (3 lbs/1.3kg)
    • 1 sprig fresh rosemary
    • 3-4 fresh sage leaves
    • 1 teaspoon dried oregano
    • 3-4 garlic cloves
    • 2 tablespoon olive oil
    • 1 teaspoon kosher salt
    • Pepper to taste

    Instructions

    • Pre-heat the oven to 375F/190C.
    • Pat the chicken skin dry with kitchen paper.
    • Finely chop the fresh herbs and sprinkle over the chicken along with the oregano.
    • Drizzle the olive oil over the chicken and rub it all over so it’s thoroughly coated in herbs and oil.
    • Sprinkle with salt and pepper and bake in the oven for 45 minutes.
    • Once cooked turn on the broiler/oven grill and broil the chicken until the skin is extra crispy (2-3 minutes).
    • Let the chicken rest for 5 minutes then serve with desired sides

    Notes

    • Pat the skin dry - pat the chicken skin with a paper towel before starting this recipe. It gets rid of excess moisture and helps the chicken skin crisp up.
    • Flavour combinations - feel free to switch up the herbs, spices and flavours as you like, this is such a versatile recipe. For some ideas try; lemon zest, parsley or red pepper flakes.
    • Let the chicken rest - after cooking any meat especially chicken it's important to let it rest after cooking otherwise it can dry out and a lot of the flavour in the juices will run out. Let the thighs rest for at least 5 minutes after cooking.
    • Leftovers & freezing - leftover chicken will last well in the fridge for 3-4 days or can be frozen in an airtight container. Use leftover chicken in salads, sandwiches or soups.
    • Watch the video! - make sure to check out our step by step recipe video and photos to help you make this recipe perfectly!

    Nutrition

    Calories: 561kcal | Carbohydrates: 2g | Protein: 37g | Fat: 45g | Saturated Fat: 11g | Cholesterol: 221mg | Sodium: 756mg | Potassium: 472mg | Fiber: 1g | Sugar: 1g | Vitamin A: 176IU | Vitamin C: 1mg | Calcium: 26mg | Iron: 2mg
    Helpful Info for All Recipes
    • I always use extra virgin olive oil in all of my recipes unless stated otherwise
    • When I use canned or jarred tomatoes of any kind I always use Cirio or Mutti brands for the best results and flavour.
    • All vegetables are medium sized unless stated otherwise
    • All recipes are tested and developed using a fan (convection) oven
    • Find out more about how nutrition is calculated.
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    Comments

    1. HEMA

      November 07, 2020 at 2:32 pm

      Thanks Guys, Your Recipe Was Too Fantastic. Me and My Family Loved it. I Will Share your Rrecipe with my friends. Hope they will love it too.5 stars

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      • Inside the rustic kitchen

        November 08, 2020 at 2:34 pm

        So happy you enjoyed it!

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    2. Angela

      June 23, 2020 at 10:05 pm

      This is a perfect idea for a quick, easy, but delicious meal! The chicken looks so juicy! Love the thought if it with cannellini beans and lemon zest too!5 stars

      Reply

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