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Home › _Diet › Gluten Free › Oven Baked Greek Chicken Thighs

Oven Baked Greek Chicken Thighs

by Meghan on June 3, 2019 66

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This Oven Baked Greek Chicken Thighs Recipe is a super fast and easy weeknight dinner idea.  A quick and flavorful marinade with Greek yogurt, lemon, garlic and herbs helps make this chicken super tender and full of flavor!
Baked Greek skinless boneless chicken thighs with lemon and herbs

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If you are looking for a quick dinner recipe, boneless, skinless chicken thighs are going to help you out.  They cook so quickly, and have so much more flavor than chicken breasts!  Plus they don’t dry out as easily.  These Greek Chicken thighs have so much flavor packed into them, you wouldn’t believe that they only have to marinate for 15 minutes!
Greek chicken thighs on a sheet pan

How to cook chicken thighs in the oven

One reason I love using boneless, skinless chicken thighs is that they cook so quickly in the oven.  Depending on the size, they are usually done in 20-25 minutes. I like to use a baking sheet lined with foil for easy clean up. Roast them at 425 degrees F so they can get a little bit browned and crispy.    They should have an internal temperature of 165 degrees Fahrenheit when done. Roasted chicken thighs on a white plate with lemon slices

The Best Greek Chicken Marinade

I love using yogurt to marinate meat – here with lemon, garlic and herbs it takes on bright greek flavors.  Using yogurt helps to make the meat tender – the lactic acid and calcium in the yogurt helps break down the proteins and collagen.  It also helps with browning and carmelization.

What to serve with Greek chicken thighs

Try my Turmeric Rice as a side dish for this Greek chicken, or my easy Homemade Pita Bread! and a simple salad.  I also like to serve it with a Cous Cous Salad – I’ll be sharing the recipe for that later this week!

If you like this recipe, you will also love my Easy Chicken Shawarma!

 

Oven Baked Greek Chicken Thighs

Oven Baked Greek Chicken Thighs Recipe is a super fast and easy weeknight dinner idea. A quick and flavorful marinade with Greek yogurt, lemon, garlic and spices helps make this chicken super tender and full of flavor!
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Course: Dinner
Cuisine: greek
Keyword: 30 Minute Dinners, Autumn Recipes, Chicken Thighs, Greek Yogurt Marinade, Easy Recipes, Grilling Recipes, Meal Prep, Quick Recipes, Spring Recipes, Summer Recipes, Weeknight Dinners, Winter Recipes
Prep Time: 15 minutes
Cook Time: 30 minutes
Marinating Time: 15 minutes
Total Time: 45 minutes
Servings: 4 Servings
Calories: 353kcal
Author: Meghan McMorrow | Fox and Briar

Ingredients

  • 1.5 pounds boneless skinless chicken thighs

For The Marinade:

  • ½ cup plain Greek yogurt full fat preferred
  • ¼ cup olive oil
  • zest of one lemon
  • ⅓ cup lemon juice
  • 4-5 cloves garlic pressed or minced
  • 2 tablespoons dried italian seasoning I used my homemade blend, make sure yours has no added salt
  • 1 teaspoon kosher salt
  • ½ teaspoon freshly ground black pepper

Instructions

  • Whisk together ingredients for marinade.  Toss chicken in marinade to fully coat.  Allow to sit for at least 15 minutes, or keep in the refrigerator for longer, up to overnight.
  • When ready to cook, preheat oven to 425°F. 
  • Line a baking sheet with foil for easy cleanup.  Arrange chicken on baking sheet in a single layer.
  • Bake for 20-25 minutes, or until cooked through.

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Nutrition

Serving: 1Serving | Calories: 353kcal | Carbohydrates: 5g | Protein: 36g | Fat: 21g | Saturated Fat: 4g | Cholesterol: 163mg | Sodium: 743mg | Potassium: 516mg | Fiber: 1g | Sugar: 1g | Vitamin A: 85IU | Vitamin C: 8.8mg | Calcium: 88mg | Iron: 2.4mg
Nutritional information is an estimate for your convenience. If you have strict nutritional needs, please do your due diligence to make sure this recipe fits your needs.
Did you like this recipe?Please comment, rate and share! And don’t forget to tag me on Instagram @foxandbriar AND #foxandbriar so I can see what you made!

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Comments

  1. Michelle Adams says

    January 3, 2021 at 9:44 pm

    Hi, was going to make this, but I am out of lemons. I do have lime on hand though. Do you think that will work? Should I change the seasonings? Thanks for your input.

    Reply
    • Meghan says

      January 4, 2021 at 10:08 am

      Hi – I haven’t tried it with lime but it would probably be fine. Lime will give it a little bit of a different flavor but will still give it some acidity.

      Reply
  2. Samantha says

    December 3, 2020 at 6:28 pm

    Made this tonight with Greek salad, rice & pita and the chicken was amazing! So glad I came across this recipe will definitely be making it again 🙂 thank you!!

    Reply
    • Meghan says

      December 4, 2020 at 8:10 am

      SO happy you loved it!

      Reply
  3. Jana S says

    October 30, 2020 at 4:33 am

    Delicious marinade. I used boneless skinless breasts and non-fat Greek yogurt because it’s what we had on hand. They marinated for about 4 hours and were full of flavor. I will definitely be using this again.

    Reply
    • Meghan says

      October 30, 2020 at 8:18 pm

      I’m so happy to hear that Jana!

      Reply
  4. Katie says

    October 22, 2020 at 4:55 pm

    5 stars
    I’ve made another greek inspired marinated chickens, but this one was amazing. I think it maybe the yogurt that helped the chicken get more lemon flavor than some of the other marinades I’ve tried. I will be trying this with greek seasoning as well, but I did make this in my air fryer using the roast function and it cooked perfectly. I made cauliflower turmeric rice to go with this and it paired well with the chicken. I’ll be making this again for sure!!

    Reply
    • Meghan says

      October 25, 2020 at 7:29 pm

      Wonderful! I’m so glad you loved it!

      Reply
  5. Tiffany Skye says

    October 10, 2020 at 10:40 am

    5 stars
    I am very excited to try this recipe next week!! I want to make Zucchini with it…do you think I could bake the zucchini with the chicken? Or should I do it separately?
    I was thinking of coating them in some of the seasoning and putting them in the bottom of the pan, and the chicken on top.
    Thank you!♡

    Reply
    • Meghan says

      October 10, 2020 at 12:42 pm

      Hi Tiffany – I would roast the zucchini on a separate sheet. If I were going to do this, I would toss the zucchini in olive oil, salt and pepper and whatever other seasonings you want. Then spread it our on a baking sheet so they aren’t over crowded and bake on the other rack in the oven at the same time as the chicken. If you bake it with the chicken, I’m afraid the zucchini will steam and get watery and mushy, and release too much water into the pan which would make the chicken less appetizing.

      Reply
      • Tiffany Skye says

        October 11, 2020 at 1:34 pm

        5 stars
        Thank you for the advice! I’m definitely gonna do it separately. I’ve got my chicken marinating now, it already smells Delicious!♡

        Reply
  6. Debbie says

    September 16, 2020 at 7:28 am

    I made this last night. It was so easy and quick to make. And the best part is, it was delicious. Next time, I will put it under the broiler at the end to brown it. It’s a keeper. Thanks for sharing.

    Reply
    • Meghan says

      September 18, 2020 at 8:29 am

      So happy to hear that Debbie!

      Reply
  7. Tracy S Wise says

    September 7, 2020 at 7:40 am

    5 stars
    Delicious!!!
    Easy to double this recipe too.

    Reply
    • Meghan says

      September 7, 2020 at 9:00 am

      So glad you loved it!

      Reply
  8. Lisa says

    July 28, 2020 at 3:35 pm

    5 stars
    Really great recipe – one I’ll definitely continue to make! I added grape tomatoes and feta cheese cubes during the last 10 minutes of baking.

    Reply
    • Meghan says

      July 30, 2020 at 11:31 am

      So happy to hear that! Love those additions!

      Reply
  9. Jodi says

    July 20, 2020 at 7:57 am

    5 stars
    Absolutely delicious! It is now a regular and especially for guests. Everyone has asked for the recipe. Super quick and so full of fantastic flavors.

    Reply
    • Meghan says

      July 21, 2020 at 2:01 pm

      Yay! I am so happy to hear that Jodi!

      Reply
  10. Marian says

    July 4, 2020 at 12:25 pm

    Do you have a recipe for Greek style green beans, that you can share?

    Reply
    • Meghan says

      July 7, 2020 at 10:27 am

      Hi Marian – no I don’t, but that sounds great, I will add that to my list!

      Reply
  11. Tera says

    June 20, 2020 at 5:40 pm

    What herb was used for garnish in the photo? Parsley?

    Reply
    • Meghan says

      June 21, 2020 at 10:28 am

      Hi Tera – Yes, it is flat leaf Italian parsley.

      Reply
  12. Ashley Gooseberry says

    June 18, 2020 at 11:21 am

    So I’m trying tonight… I’m using chicken breast instead, also ima make it a one pot dish with rice…. hopefully it works out….

    Reply
    • Meghan says

      June 18, 2020 at 11:54 am

      Sounds great! Let me know how it turns out!

      Reply
  13. Vanessa says

    June 10, 2020 at 11:53 am

    Thanks for sharing! How far ahead of time can I make it?

    Reply
    • Meghan says

      June 10, 2020 at 2:36 pm

      Hi Vanessa – I wouldn’t leave it in the marinade longer than 24 hours. The yogurt and lemon could start to change the texture of the chicken.

      Reply
  14. Suzanne says

    June 10, 2020 at 11:52 am

    This looks so good! Could I grill it instead?

    Reply
    • Meghan says

      June 10, 2020 at 2:35 pm

      Hi Suzanne – Yes, I think that would taste great!

      Reply
  15. Jariyatou says

    May 24, 2020 at 9:31 am

    I hope I’m not blaspheming when I ask if the air fryer can be used.

    Reply
    • Meghan says

      May 25, 2020 at 7:55 am

      Hi there – I haven’t tried it in the air fryer but I think that would be fine.

      Reply
  16. Jennifer says

    April 30, 2020 at 12:45 am

    5 stars
    I make this for my family all the time! It’s so good! I use low fat Greek yogurt and it tastes amazing. Also, always use fresh lemon juice, not that pre packaged store bought stuff. Great for meal prepping, or just having a delicious meal with your family. Everyone here loves it, I would never even search for a better Greek chicken recipe tbh? This one is perfect

    Reply
    • Meghan says

      April 30, 2020 at 7:22 am

      Hi Jennifer – thank you so much for your comment! I am so happy to hear that you love the recipe!

      Reply
  17. Ang says

    April 28, 2020 at 6:15 pm

    Using Greek seasoning makes more sense, than using Italian seasoning. Cavenders is a good one. They also have one with no salt added. It’s a nice recipe…yum!

    Reply
    • Meghan says

      April 28, 2020 at 8:03 pm

      Absolutely, Greek seasoning would be great here.

      Reply
  18. Ann says

    April 28, 2020 at 4:55 am

    5 stars
    I was looking for aomething a little different and this was a huge hit! I didn’t have Greek yogurt, but regular worked pretty well– next time I’ll plan ahead! Made the turmeric rice AND pitas–my family was impressed! I also put red onion and zucchini on the pan for veg, and we sprinkled feta and sun dried tomatoes on as a garnish. Wow!

    Reply
    • Meghan says

      April 28, 2020 at 10:01 am

      Yum, that sounds amazing! Thank you so much for your comment, I am so glad you and your family loved the recipes!

      Reply
  19. Corie says

    April 14, 2020 at 1:30 pm

    If using thin chicken breasts how long would you cook for, I didnt have thighs?

    Reply
    • Meghan says

      April 15, 2020 at 7:22 am

      Hi Corie, I haven’t tested this so I can’t be sure. I would start checking at 15 minutes.

      Reply
  20. nicole says

    March 9, 2020 at 8:17 pm

    5 stars
    Excellent recipe. We made it as is, and the chicken was tender and flavorful. We will keeping this in the rotation!

    Reply
    • Meghan says

      March 10, 2020 at 11:45 am

      So happy to hear that Nicole!

      Reply
  21. Jennifer says

    February 12, 2020 at 11:08 am

    Hi! Do you know if I would have to change the recipe if I used bone-in with skin chicken thighs? It looks amazing!

    Reply
    • Meghan says

      February 13, 2020 at 10:31 pm

      Hi Jennifer – You will need to cook them longer; I would say more like 35-45 minutes. It will depend on the size, the best bet is to use an instant read thermometer to make sure they are done.

      Reply
      • Jayne says

        October 28, 2020 at 5:37 pm

        Made this tonight with bone-in, skin on thighs and it took 50 minutes to cook. It was worth the wait. I am not a fan of lemon and used only about 1/4 cup of lemon juice from a bottle, and we used Greek seasoning. Added feta at the end. Very tender and tasty.

        Reply
        • Meghan says

          October 28, 2020 at 6:01 pm

          So glad you loved it Jayne!

          Reply
  22. Monique says

    January 13, 2020 at 5:31 am

    This was so good. I didn’t change a thing.

    Reply
    • Meghan says

      January 13, 2020 at 7:37 pm

      So glad you loved it!

      Reply
  23. traci says

    January 9, 2020 at 12:28 pm

    can i substitute ras el hanout for the italian seasoning mix? i know it will give it a different flavor profile, but your method seems really simple, which i love. TIA!

    Reply
    • Meghan says

      January 11, 2020 at 4:57 pm

      Hi Traci – I haven’t tried it but I think it would be fine! Let me know how it turns out!

      Reply
  24. Lisa Prosko says

    November 30, 2019 at 4:18 pm

    5 stars
    SOOO good! and EASY!

    THANK YOU!

    Reply
    • Meghan says

      December 1, 2019 at 9:44 am

      Yay! So glad you loved them Lisa.

      Reply
  25. Margarita ApoNte says

    October 14, 2019 at 3:20 pm

    5 stars
    Awesome my family loved it!!!!

    Reply
    • Meghan says

      October 15, 2019 at 7:41 am

      Yay! SO glad to hear that Margarita!

      Reply
  26. Barrie thompson says

    October 14, 2019 at 7:35 am

    5 stars
    My oven has been acting up so I sauteed these. So yummy! Hubby gave THREE thumbs up.

    Reply
    • Meghan says

      October 14, 2019 at 1:15 pm

      Oh yay! So glad to heat that Barrie!

      Reply
  27. Patty says

    October 4, 2019 at 11:44 am

    I am trying it tonight for the first time….it looks good

    Reply
    • Meghan says

      October 5, 2019 at 7:55 am

      Yay, I hope you love it Patty!

      Reply
  28. STEPHANIE says

    July 9, 2019 at 5:59 pm

    5 stars
    I may or may not have had three or four (okay five) spoonsful of the marinade before I tossed in the chicken. It’s
    delicious! I’ll be using that for other marinades and if I add more yogurt it will be thick enough to use as a dip. Yum! Chicken was great – I probably added a bit more lemon juice, as I was eyeballing it, but it had a wonderful citrusy balance. I also broiled it for a few minutes at the end to get more crispy brown spots.

    Reply
    • Meghan says

      July 11, 2019 at 9:17 am

      Hi Stephanie – Yay, I’m so happy you loved it!

      Reply
  29. Jackie robeets says

    June 22, 2019 at 3:13 pm

    How long can the chicken remain in the marinade?

    Reply
    • Meghan says

      June 23, 2019 at 7:27 pm

      Hi Jackie – I think up to 24 hours would be fine!

      Reply
  30. Andy Charkiss says

    June 7, 2019 at 11:25 pm

    5 stars
    Delicious! I love these chicken thighs!

    Reply
  31. MICHELE says

    June 7, 2019 at 12:02 pm

    I would love to know your special recipe for the Italian seasoning you use! This is definitely on the menu for this week!

    Reply
    • Meghan says

      June 7, 2019 at 9:16 pm

      Hi Michele – ahh, I meant to put the Italian Seasoning Recipe on the blog before I posted this, but I didn’t have a chance yet. I’ll try to get it up next week! I hope you love the chicken!

      Reply
  32. Gwen says

    June 4, 2019 at 1:05 pm

    5 stars
    This recipe was brilliant! Perfect for weekday cooking – quick, easy, and most of all, delicious! Bonus: I already had all of the ingredients in my kitchen, so no need for a special trip to the grocery store. The whole family enjoyed it. We’ll add it to our regular rotation! Thank you!!

    Reply
    • Meghan says

      June 5, 2019 at 6:42 am

      Hi Gwen – Yay, I am so happy you and your family loved it!

      Reply

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