Oven-Baked Italian Chicken Thighs
Oven-Baked Italian Chicken Thighs feature tender boneless thighs topped with a creamy ricotta-Parmesan layer, then blanketed in tangy marinara and gooey mozzarella. The result is juicy, cheesy, and herb-scented bites with a comforting, homestyle Italian flair. Ideal for a cozy weeknight dinner or a casual get-together with a simple salad and crusty bread.
- Prep5 mins
- Cook30 mins
- Serves4
- DifficultyEasy
- 1
Preheat the oven to 375 degrees F (190 degrees C).
- 2
In a small bowl, mix together ricotta cheese, Parmesan cheese, Italian seasoning, and salt; set aside.
- 3
Sprinkle garlic powder and salt on both sides of the chicken thighs.
- 4
Warm olive oil in an oven-proof skillet over medium-high heat. Place the chicken thighs, smooth-side down, in the hot oil and cook until the bottoms are browned, 3 to 4 minutes. Turn the thighs over and take the skillet off the heat. Spoon an equal portion of the ricotta mixture onto each thigh. Spoon marinara sauce over and around the chicken thighs.
- 5
Bake in the preheated oven until the chicken is no longer pink in the center and the juices run clear, about 25 minutes. An instant-read thermometer inserted into the centers of the thighs should register at least 165 degrees F (74 degrees C).
- 6
Top each thigh with mozzarella cheese and continue baking until the cheese melts, 2 to 3 minutes. Garnish with parsley to serve.
- Calories 455.77 kcal High
- Protein 37.33 g Good Source
- Carbs 8.76 g Moderate
- Total Fat 30.73 g High
- Saturated Fat 15.03 g High
- Trans Fat 0.06 g High
- Cholesterol 158.15 mg High
- Sodium 838.39 mg High
- Fiber 1.44 g Low Source
- Sugar 4.26 g Moderate
- Added Sugar 0.0 g Low Source
- Calcium 467.82 mg Good Source
- Iron 1.93 mg Moderate
- Potassium 305.99 mg Low Source
- Vitamin A 169.78 mcg_rae Moderate
- Vitamin C 2.96 mg Low Source
- Vitamin D 0.03 mcg Low Source
Values are per serving. Percent Daily Values are based on a 2,000-calorie diet.
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About This Recipe
Oven Baked Italian Chicken Thighs is an Italian dinner recipe made with 10 ingredients. It takes about 35 mins, serves 4, and is rated easy. Key ingredients include Boneless Chicken Thigh, Fresh Parsley, Garlic Powder, and Grated Parmesan Cheese. Each serving provides about 455.77 kcal, and is a good source of protein.
Recipe Questions
- What is Oven-Baked Italian Chicken Thighs?
- It is an Italian recipe made with 10 ingredients, usually served for dinner or lunch.
- What is Oven-Baked Italian Chicken Thighs made of?
- The main ingredients are Boneless Chicken Thigh, Fresh Parsley, Garlic Powder, Grated Parmesan Cheese, Italian Seasoning. The full list of 10 is above.
- What goes well with Oven-Baked Italian Chicken Thighs?
- Explore these Italian side-dish recipes.
- How long does it take to make Oven-Baked Italian Chicken Thighs?
- About 35 mins in total: 5 mins to prepare and 30 mins to cook.
- How many calories are in one serving?
- One serving provides about 455.77 kcal. The full nutrition breakdown is above.
- Is Oven-Baked Italian Chicken Thighs easy to make?
- This recipe is rated easy, with 10 ingredients and 6 steps.
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