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Easy One-Pan Sun-Dried Tomato Chicken Thigh Bake

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A quick and easy one-pan chicken bake featuring juicy bone-in, skin-on chicken thighs with flavorful sun-dried tomatoes, garlic, and herbs. Perfect for busy weeknights with minimal cleanup.

Ingredients

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  • 4–6 bone-in, skin-on chicken thighs (about 2 pounds or 900g)
  • ½ cup (75g) sun-dried tomatoes packed in oil
  • 3 cloves garlic, minced
  • 2 tablespoons extra virgin olive oil
  • 1 teaspoon dried oregano (or 1 tablespoon fresh, chopped)
  • 1 teaspoon dried basil
  • 1 teaspoon salt
  • ½ teaspoon black pepper
  • ½ cup (120ml) chicken broth
  • Juice of half a lemon (optional but recommended)
  • ¼ cup grated Parmesan cheese (optional)

Instructions

  1. Preheat your oven to 400°F (200°C).
  2. Pat the chicken thighs dry with paper towels and season both sides generously with salt and pepper.
  3. In a mixing bowl, combine olive oil, minced garlic, chopped sun-dried tomatoes, dried oregano, dried basil, and chicken broth. Stir well to create a flavorful marinade.
  4. Add the chicken thighs to the bowl and coat them thoroughly with the tomato and herb mixture. Let sit for 5-10 minutes if time allows.
  5. Place the chicken thighs skin-side down in an oven-safe baking dish or cast iron skillet. Spread the sun-dried tomato mixture evenly around and over the chicken.
  6. Bake for 25 minutes until the chicken skin turns golden brown and starts crisping.
  7. Using tongs, carefully flip the chicken so the skin side is up. Drizzle with lemon juice, then bake for another 10-15 minutes until the chicken reaches an internal temperature of 165°F (74°C).
  8. If using Parmesan cheese, sprinkle it over the chicken during the last 5 minutes of baking.
  9. Let the chicken rest for 5 minutes after removing from the oven before serving.

Notes

Pat chicken dry before seasoning for crispy skin. Bake skin-side down first to lock in juices, then flip skin-side up to finish crisping. Tent with foil if sun-dried tomatoes brown too fast. Bone-in, skin-on thighs recommended for best flavor and juiciness. For dairy-free, omit Parmesan cheese. Reduce baking time by 5-10 minutes if using boneless skin-on thighs.

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