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    Baked Marinated Chicken Thighs Recipe

    Published: Mar 22, 2022 by Kemi · This post may contain affiliate links ·

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    The best marinated chicken thighs recipe! Bone in or boneless chicken thighs are soaked in a simple chicken thighs marinade then baked to perfection. The baked marinated chicken thighs are tender, juicy, and packed full of flavor.

    We like serving marinated baked thighs with rice, potatoes, vegetables, and sauces.

    3 pieces marinated chicken thighs on a black plate.

    Marinated Chicken Thighs Recipe

    This baked marinated chicken thighs recipe is the best. It's simple, quick, and straightforward.

    The chicken thighs are soaked in a tasty chicken thighs marinade before being baked to perfection.

    This marinated chicken thighs recipe is as easy as making the marinade, marinating chicken thighs then baking them in the oven.

    They are full of flavor and perfect for weeknight dinner or weekend dinner. This is about to be a regular on your dining table.

    This recipe is quick and ready in under an hour.

    The marinade for chicken thighs is made with a few simple ingredients that are budget-friendly and you most likely have in your pantry.

    The marinade tenderizes the chicken thighs and infuses them with amazing flavors so be ready for a tasty meal.

    served on a black plate with some in the baking tray.

    Ingredients

    The detailed ingredient list, measurements, and directions are in the recipe card at the bottom of this post.

    Chicken thighs - Bone in chicken thighs or boneless chicken thighs
    Soy sauce
    Honey
    Lemon juice
    Olive oil
    Garlic powder
    Onion powder
    Pepper
    Salt

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    How To Make Chicken Thighs Marinade

    Measure the ingredients.

    Add all the ingredients- paprika, parsley, garlic powder, onion granules, oregano, soy sauce, Worcestershire sauce, lemon juice, olive oil, and black pepper into a bowl. 

    Mix till well combined.

    Chicken thighs marinade is ready for use.

    How To Bake Marinated Chicken Thighs

    Make the marinade - Add the paprika, thyme, parsley, onion granules, brown sugar, black pepper, garlic powder, salt, soy sauce, lemon juice, and olive oil into a bowl. Mix till well combined.

    Prep the chicken - Pat the chicken thighs dry with paper towels then add them into a bowl.

    Marinate- Add the marinade to the chicken thighs and rub the marinade all over the chicken making sure that they are all coated in the marinade. 

    The chicken rubbed in chicken thighs marinade.

    Cover the bowl with clingfilm, and put it in the fridge for the chicken thighs to marinate for 60 minutes up to 12 hours.

    Bring out the chicken thighs and arrange them on a baking tray.

    marinated chicken thighs on a baking tray.

    Bake - Put the tray in the oven and bake chicken thighs at a temperature of 200C/400F for 45 minutes.

    You can broil for 3 minutes to crisp the top.

    baked chicken thighs on a tray.

    Serve- When cooked, bring them out of the oven, let them rest for a few minutes before serving.

    How Long To Bake Marinated Chicken Thighs

    How long to bake marinated chicken thighs is based on factors such as using bone in chicken thighs or boneless chicken thighs, the size of the thighs, and the temperature being cooked.

    For How long to cook bone-in marinated chicken thighs in the oven is between 45-50 minutes at a temperature of 400F/ 200C.

    How long to bake marinated boneless chicken thighs in the oven is between 25 - 30 minutes.

    It's best to check if the chicken is cooked by using a meat thermometer to check the internal temperature of the chicken. If when the thermometer is inserted at the thickest part of the chicken it reads at least 165F/74C, then it is cooked.
    You can also cut open the chicken to visually check the inside. If there is no blood or pinkiness around then it is cooked.

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    What To Serve With

    Some foods you can serve with are:

    Coleslaw
    Salads
    Potatoes like air fryer sliced potatoes, fried potatoes
    Air fryer Vegetables
    Jollof rice
    Fried Plantain
    Gravy

    How To Store

    Like storing most cooked marinated baked chicken, leave them to completely cool then pack them in a sealable freezer bag, label, and refrigerate.
    In the fridge - It will stay fresh and keep well for up to 5 days.
    In the freezer - It will stay fresh for up to 6 months. Label with name and dates before freezing.
    How To Reheat Marinated Chicken thighs in the oven- To reheat in the oven, arrange thighs on a baking tray and bake in the oven at a temperature of 180C for 5 minutes or till warmed through. 

    To reheat in the Air Fryer - remove chicken from the packaging, then arrange them in the air fryer basket. Air fry for 4 minutes at air fryer temperature of 380F/190C. If chicken is not warmed through at this time, add an additional time of 2 minutes.

    To reheat in the microwave, remove all packaging then put the thighs on a plate that is microwave safe. Warm on high power at 30 seconds intervals till it's heated through.

    displayed on baking tray and on a black plate.

    Tips

    • Don't marinate for too long. It's best to marinate chicken thighs for up to 8 hours but not more than 24 hours.
    • Adjust pepper quantity to how you like it.
    • Substitute cayenne pepper for black pepper.
    • Sugar can be substituted for honey.
    • You can arrange the chicken on oven rack if you don't like them baking in the juice.
    • Don't overlap the chicken in the baking tray. Arrange them in a single layer.
    • After baking, let the chicken rest for 5 minutes before cutting into them. This allows the juice inside to redistribute.
    • Chicken should be cooked to an internal temperature of at least 165F/75C.

    FAQS

    How long can I marinate chicken thighs?

    Marinate chicken thighs from 30 minutes up to 12 hours. If marinating for more than 30 minutes, put it in the fridge.

    Is it safe to bake chicken in its marinade?

    Yes, it is as long as the marinade is cooked. Don't use uncooked marinade that has touched chicken on the cooked chicken.

    How long should you marinate chicken thighs for?

    From 30 minutes up to 12 hours. Don't marinate for too long so the protein doesn't break down and make the meat tough and chewy.

    How do you tenderize chicken thighs?

    Marinating chicken tenderizes them and infuses them with flavor.

    Is it better to bake chicken thighs at 350 or 400?

    If cooking from fresh, it's best to cook at 400F/ 200C.

    served on a black plate.

    More Marinated Chicken Recipes

    Marinated Chicken Drumsticks
    Whole chicken marinade
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    Marinated Chicken Thighs Recipe

    Kemi
    The best marinated chicken thighs recipe! Bone in or boneless chicken thighs are soaked in a simple chicken thighs marinade then baked to perfection. The baked marinated chicken thighs are tender, juicy, and packed full of flavor.
    5 from 2 votes
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    Prep Time 5 mins
    Cook Time 45 mins
    Total Time 50 mins
    Course Main Course
    Cuisine American, British
    Servings 7
    Calories 233 kcal

    Ingredients
      

    • 7 pcs Chicken thighs
    • ½ tablespoon Paprika
    • 1 tablespoon Brown sugar
    • 1 teaspoon Parsley
    • ½ teaspoon Garlic powder
    • ½ teaspoon Onion granules
    • ½ teaspoon Dried thyme
    • 1 tablespoon Soy sauce
    • 2 tablespoons Lemon juice
    • 1 tablespoon Olive oil

    Instructions
     

    • Add the paprika, thyme, parsley, onion granules, brown sugar, black pepper, garlic powder, salt, soy sauce, lemon juice, and olive oil into a bowl. Mix till well combined.
    • Pat the chicken thighs dry with paper towels then add them into a bowl.
    • Add the marinade to the chicken thighs and rub the marinade all over the chicken making sure that they are all coated in the marinade. 
      Cover the bowl with clingfilm, and put it in the fridge for the chicken thighs to marinate for 60 minutes up to 12 hours.
    • Bring out the chicken thighs and arrange them on a baking tray.
      Put the tray in the oven and bakechicken thighs at a temperature of 200C/400F for 45 minutes or untill cooked.
    • You can broil for 3 minutes to crisp the top.
    • When cooked, bring them out of the oven, let them rest for a few minutes before serving.

    Notes

    Tips
    • Don't marinate for too long. It's best to marinate chicken thighs for up to 8 hours but not more than 24 hours.
    • Adjust pepper quantity to how you like it.
    • Substitute cayenne pepper for black pepper.
    • Sugar can be substituted for honey.
    • You can arrange the chicken on oven rack if you don't like them baking in the juice.
    • Don't overlap the chicken in the baking tray. Arrange them in a single layer.
    • After baking, let the chicken rest for 5 minutes before cutting into them. This allows the juice inside to redistribute.
    • Chicken should be cooked to an internal temperature of at least 165F/75C.

    Nutrition

    Calories: 233kcalCarbohydrates: 3gProtein: 33gFat: 9gSaturated Fat: 2gPolyunsaturated Fat: 2gMonounsaturated Fat: 4gTrans Fat: 1gCholesterol: 163mgSodium: 297mgPotassium: 440mgFiber: 1gSugar: 2gVitamin A: 67IUVitamin C: 3mgCalcium: 21mgIron: 2mg
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