Tray Baked Chicken Thighs
These tray baked chicken thighs are tender and juicy, with bold flavor, thanks to the complex flavors of the marinade.
Ingredients
Marinade
- ½ cup olive oil
- 1 tbsp lemon olive oil
- 1 tablespoon lemon juice
- 1 tbsp Dijon mustard
- 2 teaspoon parsley
- 1 ½ tsp salt
- ⅓ teaspoon oregano
- 1 teaspoon zaatar
- fresh thyme to taste
Chicken and Vegetables
- 1 ½ lbs boneless skinless chicken thighs
- Greek olives to taste
- Mini sweet peppers to taste
Instructions
Marinade
- Mix the olive oils, lemon juice, Dijon mustard, parsley, salt, oregano, zaatar, and fresh thyme in a medium bowl.
- Add the chicken to a large bowl, then add ⅔ of the marinade and mix to coat. Marinate for at least 30 minutes to overnight.
Chicken Thighs
- Preheat the oven to 400 degrees.
- Add the olives and sliced peppers to a rimmed baking sheet. Then, place the chicken thighs on top of them.
- Bake for 25 to 30 minutes until the internal temperature of the chicken registers 165 degrees.
- Brush the tops of the chicken thighs with the juice and broil for 3 to 5 minutes.
Notes
Storage
- Refrigerate the chicken for up to 3 days in an airtight container.
- For longer storage, freeze it for up to 3 months in an airtight, freezer-safe container.
- To reheat, defrost the chicken overnight if frozen. Then, microwave at 1-minute intervals until heated through.
- When rinsing your chicken, place it at the bottom of your sink to avoid splashing and spreading bacteria. Then, wash your counters.
- Reserve ⅓ of the marinade for use while baking. NEVER cook with marinade that you've used to soak the chicken due to potential bacteria formation.
- To properly use a meat thermometer, place the tip in the center of the thickest part of the meat. This gives you an accurate reading and ensures you always cook your meat to perfection.
Nutrition
Calories: 178kcalCarbohydrates: 1gProtein: 23gFat: 9gSaturated Fat: 2gPolyunsaturated Fat: 1gMonounsaturated Fat: 5gTrans Fat: 0.02gCholesterol: 110mgSodium: 391mgPotassium: 310mgFiber: 1gSugar: 0.2gVitamin A: 86IUVitamin C: 1mgCalcium: 25mgIron: 1mg
Tried this recipe?Let us know how it was!