Garlic Herb Baked Chicken

olive oil

🥗Healthier: avocado oil

💰Cheaper: canola oil

Avocado oil is healthier with a higher smoke point.

fresh herbs

🥗Healthier: dried herbs

💰Cheaper: mixed Italian seasoning

Dried herbs are more affordable and have a longer shelf life.

chicken broth

🥗Healthier: vegetable broth

💰Cheaper: water with seasoning

Vegetable broth can be lower in calories and cost.

butter

🥗Healthier: olive oil

💰Cheaper: margarine

Olive oil is healthier while margarine is often cheaper.

Prepare the green seasoning, a blend of fresh herbs and aromatics like onion, garlic, and thyme.

Add extra fresh thyme and rosemary, minced garlic, black pepper, chicken spice, salt, onion powder, paprika, and lemon juice to the green seasoning and whisk together.

Rub the seasoning mixture into cleaned and pat-dried chicken thighs, lifting the skin to ensure seasoning is underneath.

For best results, marinate the chicken thighs overnight.

Preheat the oven to 450°F (232°C).

Sear the chicken thighs skin side down in an oven-proof skillet for about 3-4 minutes on each side until they have some color.

Pour chicken broth into the skillet to lift the seasoning from the bottom and stir if desired.

Transfer the skillet to the preheated oven and bake for 25-30 minutes, depending on the size of the chicken thighs.

Once out of the oven, sprinkle fresh parsley over the chicken and add lemon pieces for garnish.

Cooking Techniques

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