MARINATED OVEN BAKED CHICKEN THIGHS

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Juicy and flavorful oven baked chicken thighs with a sweet soy sauce that makes itself in the pan. https://diethood.com/oven-baked-chicken-thighs/

Provided by Gagoo

Categories     Chicken Thigh & Leg

Time 1h50m

Yield 6 serving(s)

Number Of Ingredients 13

6 -8 bone-in skinless chicken thighs (1.5 to 2 pounds, total)
salt & fresh ground pepper
1/2 teaspoon paprika (smoked or sweet to taste)
1/2 teaspoon dried thyme
1/2 teaspoon dried basil
1/2 teaspoon dried rosemary
1/4 cup low sodium soy sauce
3 tablespoons sugar-free maple syrup
1 tablespoon Worcestershire sauce
2 tablespoons olive oil
1 tablespoon apple cider vinegar
4 garlic cloves, minced
sliced green onion (to garnish) (optional)

Steps:

  • Season chicken thighs with salt and pepper.
  • Combine paprika, thyme, basil, and rosemary in a small mixing bowl; rub the prepared seasoning around each chicken thigh.
  • Transfer chicken thighs to a 9x13 baking dish. Set aside.
  • In a small mixing bowl combine soy sauce, maple syrup, Worcestershire sauce,
  • olive oil, vinegar, and garlic; mix until thoroughly incorporated.
  • Pour marinade over chicken thighs.
  • Cover the chicken thighs and set in the fridge for 1 hour, or up to 8 hours.
  • Preheat oven to 425°F.
  • Remove chicken from fridge and let stand on the counter while oven preheats.
  • Remove the cover and bake chicken for 35 minutes, or until internal temperature
  • reaches 165°F Half way through cooking, baste the chicken with the liquid.
  • Turn on the broiler and continue to cook for 3 to 4 more minutes, or until golden brown on top.
  • Remove from oven and let stand 5 minutes on the counter.
  • Serve chicken with the pan sauce and garnish with green onions.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 101.2, Fat 6.2, SaturatedFat 1.1, Cholesterol 34, Sodium 418, Carbohydrate 2.4, Fiber 0.3, Sugar 0.5, Protein 8.8

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