Oven-Roasted Chicken Thighs with Mediterranean Vegetables and Pasta
Oven-Roasted Chicken Thighs with Mediterranean Vegetables and Pasta pairs juicy bone-in chicken with silky eggplant, tender zucchini, and a bright basil-kissed tomato sauce. The whole-wheat spaghetti catches every drop of the tangy balsamic and garlic notes, making each bite hearty yet fresh. Serve for a cozy weeknight dinner or a relaxed weekend meal that feels rustic and comforting.
- Prep25 mins
- Cook1 hr 22 mins
- Serves6
- DifficultyMedium
easyChef Pro health score
Calculated from USDA-referenced nutrient data for the ingredients in Oven-Roasted Chicken Thighs with Mediterranean Vegetables and Pasta, not estimated by an AI model. The same recipe returns the same score every time.
- Glycemic ImpactFair
- 54 / 100
- Carb quality, not quantity. Higher is better.
- Nutritional DensityPoor
- 13 / 100
- Nutrients per calorie. Higher is better.
- Energy DensityGood
- 90 / 100
- Calories by weight. Higher means more food for fewer calories.
- NOVA Processed Culinary Ingredients
- 2 / 4
- Processing level, 1 (whole) to 4 (ultra-processed). Lower is better.
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- 28
- Heart Health
- 84
- Metabolic
- 53
- Digestive
- 27
- Inflammatory
- 41
- Performance
- 48
- General Wellness
- 1
Preheat the oven to 375 degrees F (190 degrees C).
- 2
Sprinkle salt over all sides of the eggplant; let it sit to release moisture for about 30 minutes. Rinse off the salt. Cut deep, crisscross slashes into the eggplant flesh, keeping the skin intact.
- 3
Set the eggplant and zucchini on a baking sheet; drizzle with 2 tablespoons olive oil.
- 4
Put the chicken thighs in a baking dish. Stir together 1 1/2 tablespoons olive oil and balsamic vinegar in a bowl and drizzle over the chicken. Cover with aluminum foil.
- 5
Bake the vegetables and chicken in the preheated oven until the zucchini is tender, about 12 minutes. Remove the zucchini; continue baking until the eggplant is soft and the chicken juices run clear, 13 to 17 minutes more. An instant-read thermometer inserted near the bone should register 165 degrees F (74 degrees C).
- 6
Heat the remaining olive oil in a saucepan over medium heat. Cook the onions and garlic until the onions are translucent, about 5 minutes. Add the tomato sauce, basil, and pepper. Bring the sauce to a boil. Cover and let it simmer until the flavors meld, about 30 minutes.
- 7
Bring a large pot of lightly salted water to a boil. Cook the spaghetti in the boiling water, stirring occasionally, until slightly firm, about 12 minutes. Drain. Pour the sauce over the spaghetti. Place the chicken, eggplant, and zucchini on top.
- Calories 528.99 kcal High 26%
- Protein 22.39 g Good Source 45%
- Carbohydrate 52.11 g 19%
- Total Fat 25.51 g High 33%
- Saturated Fat 5.68 g High 28%
- Trans Fat 0.0 g Low Source 0%
- Cholesterol 92.21 mg High 31%
- Sodium 650.71 mg High 28%
- Dietary Fiber 9.42 g Good Source 34%
- Total Sugars 9.5 g --
- Added Sugars 0.0 g Low Source 0%
- Calcium 88.43 mg Low Source 7%
- Iron 3.04 mg Moderate 17%
- Potassium 487.64 mg Moderate 10%
- Vitamin A 47.9 mcg Low Source 5%
- Vitamin C 18.31 mg Good Source 20%
- Vitamin D 0.0 mcg Low Source 0%
Values are per serving. Percent Daily Values are based on a 2,000-calorie diet.
- Wheat 🌾
- Gluten
- Tomatoes 🍅
- Garlic 🧄
- Onions 🧅
- Alcohol 🚫🍷
About This Recipe
Oven Roasted Chicken Thighs with Mediterranean Vegetables and Pasta is made with 12 ingredients and serves 6. It takes about 1 hr 47 mins and is rated medium. Key ingredients include Balsamic Vinegar, Black Pepper, Chicken Thigh, and Eggplant. Each serving provides about 528.99 kcal, and is a good source of protein.
Recipe Questions
- What is Oven-Roasted Chicken Thighs with Mediterranean Vegetables and Pasta made of?
- The main ingredients are Balsamic Vinegar, Black Pepper, Chicken Thigh, Eggplant, Fresh Basil. The full list of 12 is above.
- How long does it take to make Oven-Roasted Chicken Thighs with Mediterranean Vegetables and Pasta?
- About 1 hr 47 mins in total: 25 mins to prepare and 1 hr 22 mins to cook.
- How many calories are in one serving?
- One serving provides about 528.99 kcal. The full nutrition breakdown is above.
- Is Oven-Roasted Chicken Thighs with Mediterranean Vegetables and Pasta easy to make?
- This recipe is rated medium, with 12 ingredients and 7 steps.
- Is Oven-Roasted Chicken Thighs with Mediterranean Vegetables and Pasta healthy?
- Oven-Roasted Chicken Thighs with Mediterranean Vegetables and Pasta has an easyChef Pro health score of 49/100. Per serving, it provides 528.99 calories and 22.39 g of protein, or 45% of the Daily Value. It is a good source of dietary fiber and vitamin C. Worth noting per serving: sodium at 650.71 mg (28% of the Daily Value) and saturated fat at 5.68 g (28% of the Daily Value). It contains Wheat, Gluten, Tomatoes, Garlic, Onions and Alcohol, so it may not be suitable for people with those allergies or dietary restrictions. Whether it fits your goals depends on your complete meal plan and nutritional needs. Remix it in easyChef Pro to adjust the ingredients and generate fresh nutrition and scores.
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