Description
This Italian Dressing Chicken recipe features juicy, bone-in, skin-on chicken thighs baked to perfection in a tangy, homemade Italian dressing marinade. The dressing is emulsified for a smooth texture, which helps keep the chicken moist and flavorful during baking. Finished with a quick broil for crispy skin and garnished with fresh parsley or green onions, this dish is an easy weeknight meal bursting with classic Italian-inspired flavors.
Ingredients
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Chicken
- 8 large chicken thighs, bone-in and skin-on
Italian Dressing
- 1 bottle (16 ounces) Italian dressing
Garnish (optional)
- Chopped fresh parsley or green onion
Instructions
- Emulsify Dressing: Blend the Italian dressing with a stick blender or in an upright blender until the oil is fully incorporated and the mixture looks uniform with no separation.
- Arrange Chicken: Place the chicken thighs in a single layer, skin side up, in a 9 x 11 inch roasting pan. Ensure they are not stacked but can be tightly packed.
- Coat Chicken: Pour the emulsified Italian dressing over the chicken, lifting each piece to coat all sides thoroughly.
- Bake: Bake uncovered on the middle rack of a preheated oven at 350°F (175°C) for 45 to 50 minutes, or until the internal temperature reaches 165°F (74°C) ensuring the chicken is fully cooked.
- Broil for Crispiness: If your roasting pan is broiler-safe, turn on the broiler for 1 to 3 minutes to crisp and brown the chicken skin, watching closely to prevent burning.
- Garnish and Serve: Sprinkle chopped fresh parsley or green onion over the chicken before serving to add freshness and color.
Notes
- Calories are approximate and may vary according to specific ingredient brands and chicken size; calculate nutrition based on exact ingredients used for best accuracy.
- Ensure the chicken reaches a safe internal temperature of 165°F for food safety.
- Carefully monitor the chicken during broiling to avoid burning the skin.
- This recipe works well with bone-in, skin-on thighs for best flavor and moisture retention; boneless or skinless will cook faster and have different texture.
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 serving (2 chicken thighs)
- Calories: 300
- Sugar: 2g
- Sodium: 700mg
- Fat: 20g
- Saturated Fat: 5g
- Unsaturated Fat: 13g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 3g
- Fiber: 0g
- Protein: 24g
- Cholesterol: 110mg
