Ingredients

The following ingredients have 9 Servings
  • 3 lbs chicken thighs (bone in and skin on)
  • 2-3 large garlic cloves (grated)
  • 2 tsp oregano, basil or rosemary (dried)
  • 1 tsp salt
  • Ground black pepper (to taste)
  • Parsley or dill for garnish (finely chopped)

Instruction

  • In 8 x 8 square baking dish, add chicken thighs, garlic, oregano, salt and pepper. Using your hands, toss to coat and let stand for 10 minutes. Preheat oven to 450 degrees F.
  • Toss chicken again, making sure to spread garlic and spices evenly, and arrange in a single layer skin side up, tucking in skin underneath. You want things tight.
  • Bake uncovered for 30-40 minutes or until thermometer reads at least 165 degrees F, skin starts to brown and lots of juices accumulate in the dish.
  • Using a syringe/baster, pour juice over the thighs and then if you like more crispy skin (who doesn't?!) broil to your likeness.
  • Remove from the oven, cover and let stand for 5 minutes to allow juices to settle.
  • Serve warm, skin removed for healthier version with brown rice, quinoa or cauliflower risotto. It's a restaurant quality date night dinner.