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Marinated Oven Baked Chicken Thighs

by Katerina Petrovska

4.80 from 53 votes

Apr 01, 2019, Updated Feb 18, 2026

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These oven baked chicken thighs are juicy, flavorful & exactly what you’re looking for in a chicken recipe. Smothered in a sweet soy sauce that makes itself in the pan, this is an easy weeknight dinner you’ll love.

Oven Baked Chicken Thighs

Prepare to fall in love with these savory, crispy, and tender baked marinated chicken thighs seasoned with a fragrant blend of paprika, thyme, basil, and rosemary. The chicken is transferred to a baking dish and then drenched in a tangy, homemade marinade made with soy sauce, maple syrup, Worcestershire sauce, olive oil, vinegar, and garlic. After marinating in the fridge, these flavor-infused thighs are baked to a juicy tenderness and finger-licking deliciousness!

Why We Love This Marinated Chicken Recipe

• Easy to Prepare: The recipe is simple and perfect for any home cook. The prep work is minimal, and the oven does most of the work. Whether it’s a casual weeknight dinner or a more formal gathering, this easy meal will fit the occasion.
• Versatility: This chicken dish pairs well with a variety of side dishes, from roasted vegetables to mashed potatoes to a simple green salad.
• Marinade Magic: The mix of soy sauce, maple syrup, Worcestershire sauce, olive oil, vinegar, and garlic creates a savory-sweet marinade that infuses the chicken, keeping it juicy and delicious.
• Delicious Pan Sauce: The flavorful pan sauce produced during baking adds an extra layer of deliciousness when drizzled over the chicken and any side dishes.

What Can I Serve With Chicken Thighs?

Chicken thighs are great with hasselback potatoes, mushroom rice, creamy asparagus pasta, and these oven-roasted vegetables. You can also use them in chicken salads and sandwiches. 

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4.80 from 53 votes

Baked Marinated Chicken Thighs

by Katerina Petrovska

Baked chicken thighs marinated in a savory blend of soy sauce, maple syrup, Worcestershire, olive oil, vinegar, and garlic. Simple to prepare and bursting with flavor, this dish is perfect for a family meal or a special occasion.

Prep Time: 10 minutes minutes

Cook Time: 40 minutes minutes

Marinating Time: 1 hour hour

Total Time: 1 hour hour 50 minutes minutes

Servings: 6

Ingredients 

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FOR THE CHICKEN THIGHS

• ▢ 6 to 8 bone-in, skinless chicken thighs, (1.5 to 2 pounds, total)
• ▢ salt and freshly ground black pepper, to taste
• ▢ ½ teaspoon smoked or sweet paprika
• ▢ ½ teaspoon dried thyme
• ▢ ½ teaspoon dried basil
• ▢ ½ teaspoon dried rosemary

FOR THE MARINADE

• ▢ ¼ cup low sodium soy sauce
• ▢ 3 tablespoons sugar free maple syrup
• ▢ 1 tablespoon Worcestershire sauce
• ▢ 2 tablespoons olive oil
• ▢ 1 tablespoon apple cider vinegar
• ▢ 4 cloves garlic, minced
• ▢ sliced green onions, for garnish

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Instructions 

• Prepare the seasoning mix. Combine paprika, thyme, basil, and rosemary in a small mixing bowl.
• Prep the chicken. Season the chicken thighs with salt and pepper, then rub the seasoning mix over each piece. Transfer the chicken thighs to a 9×13 baking dish. Set aside.
• Make the marinade. In a small mixing bowl, whisk together the soy sauce, maple syrup, Worcestershire sauce, olive oil, vinegar, and garlic until thoroughly incorporated.
• Marinate. Pour the marinade over the chicken thighs. Cover the chicken thighs and refrigerate for 1 hour or up to 8 hours.
• Prep to bake. Preheat oven to 425˚F. Remove the chicken from the fridge and set them on the counter while the oven preheats.
• Bake. Remove the cover and bake the chicken for 35 minutes, or until the internal temperature reaches 165˚F. Halfway through cooking, baste the chicken with the liquid.
• Broil. Turn on the broiler and continue baking for 3 to 4 more minutes, or until golden brown on top.
• Rest, then serve. Remove the chicken thighs from the oven and let them rest 5 minutes on the counter. Serve the chicken with the pan sauce and garnish with green onions.

Equipment

• 9×13 Baking Dish

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Notes

• Chicken Thighs: I used bone-in, skinless chicken, but skin-on, bone-in chicken thighs can produce juicier and more flavorful meat.
• Marinating Time: While this recipe calls for at least 1 hour of marinating, you can marinate the chicken for up to 8 hours. Avoid marinating for more than 24 hours, as the acid can start to break down the chicken, making it mushy.
• Basting: Basting the chicken halfway through cooking keeps the meat juicy and adds extra flavor.a
• Temperature Check: The internal temperature of cooked chicken should register at 165˚F.
• Resting Time: Allow the chicken to rest for 5 minutes after taking it out of the oven to help the juices redistribute throughout the chicken.
• Store leftovers in an airtight container and keep them in the fridge for up to 4 days. You can also keep cooked chicken thighs in the freezer for up to 3 months.

Nutrition

Serving: 1thigh + sauce | Calories: 147kcal | Carbohydrates: 5g | Protein: 13g | Fat: 7g | Saturated Fat: 1g | Cholesterol: 64mg | Sodium: 456mg | Potassium: 225mg | Fiber: 0g | Sugar: 3g | Vitamin A: 220IU | Vitamin C: 1mg | Calcium: 16mg | Iron: 1.2mg

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How To Bake Chicken Thighs

Quick chicken thighs recipes are a must around here. One of my go-tos is my top-rated recipe for these juicy stove top chicken thighs, but these marinated chicken thighs have plenty of flavor; the dark meat is tender and delicious, and they roast perfectly.  For this recipe, I use bone-in skinless chicken thighs. The skin is pretty awesome, but it packs too many calories and fat, so I almost always remove it.

• Start with making the marinade by combining low sodium soy sauce, maple syrup, Worcestershire sauce, olive oil, apple cider vinegar, and garlic. 
• Season the chicken with salt, pepper, sweet paprika, and dried herbs. Rub in the seasonings. Transfer chicken to a baking dish and pour marinade over the chicken, cover, and set in the fridge for at least 1 hour, or up to 4 hours. 
• Preheat oven to 425˚F. Remove chicken from the fridge, uncover, and bake for 35 minutes or until internal temperature reaches 165˚F. Halfway through cooking, baste the chicken thighs with the liquid. For a nicely browned top, turn on the broiler and cook for 4 more minutes or until golden.
• Remove the chicken thighs from the oven, rest for several minutes, and then serve with the pan sauce. 

Proper Storage

• Store completely cooled leftovers in an airtight container and refrigerate for up to 4 days. You can also keep cooked chicken thighs in the freezer for up to 3 months.

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