Baked Boneless Chicken Thighs
Baked boneless chicken thighs are a crowd-pleasing dish that combines juicy, tender meat with a delightful blend of flavors. This easy recipe features seasoned chicken thighs roasted to perfection, drizzled with a sweet and tangy sauce that will make your taste buds sing. Perfect for any occasion, from casual weeknight dinners to festive gatherings, this dish is sure to impress your family and friends.
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 30 minutes
- Total Time: 40 minutes
- Yield: Serves approximately 4 people 1x
- Category: Main
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: American
Ingredients
Scale
- 1 pound boneless skinless chicken thighs
- 2 tablespoons olive oil
- 4 garlic cloves, minced
- 2 teaspoons Italian seasoning
- Salt and pepper to taste
- Juice of 1 lemon
- 2 tablespoons honey or maple syrup
- 1 tablespoon Dijon mustard
- 1 tablespoon low-sodium soy sauce
Instructions
- Preheat your oven to 425°F (220°C).
- In a large bowl, combine chicken thighs with olive oil, salt, pepper, Italian seasoning, and lemon juice. Toss to coat evenly.
- In a separate bowl, whisk together honey (or maple syrup), Dijon mustard, soy sauce, and minced garlic until well blended.
- Marinate the chicken by pouring half of the sauce over it and letting it sit for about 20 minutes.
- Arrange the marinated thighs on a baking sheet lined with parchment paper and bake for 25-30 minutes until golden brown and cooked through (internal temperature should reach 165°F/75°C).
- Drizzle remaining sauce over the chicken before serving.
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 thigh (about 150g)
- Calories: 290
- Sugar: 8g
- Sodium: 440mg
- Fat: 15g
- Saturated Fat: 3g
- Unsaturated Fat: 10g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 12g
- Fiber: 0g
- Protein: 30g
- Cholesterol: 95mg