Marinated Baked Chicken

Elevate your weeknight dinner game with this irresistible Marinated Baked Chicken recipe. Juicy, bone-in, skin-on chicken thighs are infused with bold flavor from a zesty marinade made with olive oil, soy sauce, fresh lemon juice, honey, garlic, and earthy spices like paprika and oregano. After soaking up the flavors for hours (or overnight), the chicken is baked to golden perfection, resulting in crispy skin and tender, succulent meat. With just 10 minutes of prep time and a hands-off bake, this dish is as easy as it is impressive. Garnished with fresh parsley and paired with sides like roasted veggies or a crisp salad, this oven-baked chicken recipe is the perfect blend of simplicity and soul-warming flavor. Perfect for any dinner table, it’s a guaranteed crowd-pleaser!

Nutriscore Rating: 60/100

Prep Time:10 mins

Cook Time:40 mins

Total Time:50 mins

Servings: 4

Ingredients

• 6 pieces Chicken thighs (bone-in, skin-on)
• 3 tablespoons Olive oil
• 3 tablespoons Soy sauce
• 2 tablespoons Lemon juice (freshly squeezed)
• 1 tablespoon Honey
• 3 pieces Garlic cloves (minced)
• 1 teaspoon Paprika
• 1 teaspoon Dried oregano
• 1 teaspoon Salt
• 0.5 teaspoon Black pepper
• 2 tablespoons Parsley (chopped, for garnish)

Directions

Step 1

In a medium-sized mixing bowl, whisk together olive oil, soy sauce, lemon juice, honey, minced garlic, paprika, oregano, salt, and black pepper to create the marinade.

Step 2

Place the chicken thighs in a large resealable plastic bag or airtight container. Pour the marinade over the chicken, ensuring each piece is evenly coated.

Step 3

Seal the bag or container and refrigerate for at least 2 hours, or overnight for maximum flavor.

Step 4

Preheat your oven to 400°F (200°C). Line a baking dish with aluminum foil or parchment paper for easy cleanup.

Step 5

Remove the chicken from the marinade, letting any excess drip off, and arrange the pieces skin-side up in the prepared baking dish. Discard the remaining marinade.

Step 6

Bake in the preheated oven for 35-40 minutes, or until the chicken reaches an internal temperature of 165°F (74°C) and the skin turns golden brown and crispy.

Step 7

Remove the chicken from the oven and let it rest for 5 minutes before serving.

Step 8

Garnish with chopped parsley and serve with your choice of sides such as roasted vegetables, rice, or a fresh salad.

Nutrition Facts

Serving size	1058.9 grams (1058.9g)

Amount per serving	% Daily Value*
Calories	2374

Total Fat 181.80g	233%
Saturated Fat 46.10g	231%
Polyunsaturated Fat 4.00g
Cholesterol 729mg	243%
Sodium 4832mg	210%
Total Carbohydrate 26.40g	10%
Dietary Fiber 1.30g	5%
Total Sugars 18.20g
Protein 167.40g	335%

Vitamin D 0IU	0%
Calcium 150mg	12%
Iron 10mg	57%
Potassium 1931mg	41%

*The % Daily Value tells you how much a nutrient in a serving of food contributes to a daily diet. 2,000 calories a day is used for general nutrition advice.

Source of Calories

Fat: 67.9%

Protein: 27.8%

Carbs: 4.4%