This recipe for Garlic Parmesan Chicken Thighs is great recipe that is quick and easy to make. It’s packed full of delicious garlic and parmesan flavors.
If you’re like me you’re always looking for a new baked chicken recipe. We really like this Baked Honey Garlic Chicken but switching it up with something new is always nice.
Garlic and parmesan cheese is one of our favorite flavor combos. It’s like they were made for each other and it compliments so many different types of food. Like this Garlic Parmesan Shrimp or a pasta dish like this Lemon Garlic Parmesan Shrimp Pasta. I like to say garlic and parmesan cheese are happily married!
How long does it take to cook chicken thighs?
The length of time it takes for chicken thighs to cook depends on the temperature of your oven. I recommend cooking the chicken thighs are 375 degrees for 30 minutes and using a meat thermometer to ensure the internal temperature of the chicken is at least165 degrees in the thickest part of the thigh.
Can chicken thighs still be pink when cooked?
Yes sometimes chicken thighs or even chicken breast can keep a pink hue even when fully cooked. The color of the chicken does not indicate that it is undercooked. According to the USDA as long as the chicken has reached an internal temperature of at least 165 degrees it is safe to eat.
How do you make Garlic Parmesan Chicken Thighs?
You will need:
- boneless skinless chicken thighs
- parmesan cheese
- plain bread crumbs
- olive oil
- garlic
- salt and pepper
First, in a shallow dish combine olive oil and garlic
Next, in a second shallow dish mix together bread crumbs, parmesan, Italian Seasoning and oregano
Season the chicken thighs with salt and pepper
Then take one thigh and dip it into the oil mixture
Immediately dredge it through the bread crumb mixture
Finally the chicken thigh in the prepared baking dish
Repeat for each chicken thigh
Bake in a 375º for 30 minutes or until a meat thermometer inserted in the thickest part of the thigh reads 165º.
Once the chicken thighs are cooked through place the dish under the broiler for two minutes to brown the cheese a bit more. Then garnish with fresh parsley if desired.
Making these Garlic Parmesan Chicken Thighs was really easy and they tasted great! I recommend severing this chicken with a great side dish like these Southern Style Mashed Potatoes or Easy Skillet Green Beans.
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Happy Cooking Y’all!
Susanne
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Garlic Parmesan Chicken Thighs
This recipe for Garlic Parmesan Chicken Thighs is great recipe that is quick and easy to make and packed full of delicious garlic and parmesan flavors.
Ingredients
- 8 boneless skinless chicken thighs
- 2 tablespoons olive oil
- 3/4 cup parmesan cheese grated
- 1 cup plain bread crumbs
- 3 cloves garlic minced or two teaspoons garlic powder
- 1/2 teaspoon Italian Seasoning dried
- 1/2 teaspoon oregano dried
- salt and black pepper to taste
Instructions
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Prepare a 9x13 baking dish with non-stick spray and set aside
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In a shallow dish combine olive oil and garlic*
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In a second shallow dish mix together bread crumbs, parmesan, Italian Seasoning and oregano
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Season the chicken thighs with salt and pepper
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Next take one thigh and dip it into the oil mixture
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Then dredge it through the bread crumb mixture
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Place the chicken thigh in the prepared baking dish, then repeat for each thigh
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Bake in a 375 degrees for 30 minutes or until a meat thermometer inserted in the thickest part of the thigh reads 165 degrees.
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Place chicken under broiler for two minutes to brown the cheese
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Garnish with fresh parsley if desired
Recipe Notes
*if you are using garlic powder add the powder to the breadcrumb mixture add the powder to the oil might prevent it from sticking to the chicken
Awesome…thank you! Ill say more later but we are eating right now and they are making funny noises right now. Ha…success! Thanks!
I followed this recipe EXACTLY as presented.
Wow !!
A tasty dish…EZ to do…all the flavors blended nicely.
A must try !! I’m making it 2day…irresistible !
Made these as part of our Sunday dinner, they were delicious 😋 and everyone loved them. Definitely going to add this recipe to my rotation. Thank you!
Lisa, I’m so happy everyone loved these chicken thighs. They are always popular at my house too.
Susanne
easy, quick, and used ingredients I had on hand- love dark meat this will be my go to recipe
So very moist, tastes terrific & yes so easy to make. TY!!
Easy and delicious! Will definitely be making this again.
Wonderful recipe! thanks for posting it, we really enjoyed our SuperBowl dinner! I served it over Spinach and my plates were clean!
Everyone loved this! I used chicken breast tenders because that’s what I had but still wonderful! I served it with oven baked asparagus and small potatoes that I sprinkled with the parmesan cheese as well. So good!
I made this tonight and it was amazing. So flavorful n delicious. Every single bite was fagnifco
Amazing! Followed the recipe exactly and it turned out so delicious. 10/10
Would the cooking time change if I only use 4 chicken thighs? I’m hoping to make this tomorrow night.
No. The time it takes to cook the chicken safely would remain the same. Come back and let me know what you think of the recipe!
Thanks
Susanne
Trying one new recipe each week of our “corona-cation”…loved it! Will definitely be added into dinner rotation!
Oh my goodness! Thank you so much for this recipe! It was super yummy and my picky 5 year old ate 3 servings! We all loved it! Thanks a million!!
Amber,
This made my day! I’m so glad your family and especially your 5 year old loved this recipe!
Thanks
Susanne
Delicious and easy to make! Thank you for sharing.
Does this recipe work with bone in chicken thighs
Yes! this recipe it perfect for bone-in chicken thighs!
I made it with bone-in thighs. Only changed time and temperature. I used a baking dish. Cooked on one side for 30 minutes, flipped and cooked another 30…at 400 for the last 20min. Broiled for 2 min at the end. Used leftover breadcrumb parm mix to top and roast cauliflower at the same time. Best recipe ever!
A big hit last night but the thighs took 45 minutes to reach 165°. Definitely making again.
Easy prep and delicious 😋 I used fresh garlic and added Panko bread crumbs as well.
These were delicious! The whole family loved them and we’re definitely adding them into the regular rotation. I did find the proportions a bit off. I used way more olive oil/garlic mixture than called for, and had at least half of the bread crumb/parmesan mixture left over. But flavor was amazing. Thanks!
Amy,
First I’m so happy your family like this recipe. Secondly, I’m sorry the proportions were off for you. It can be difficult to get exact measurements for breading like this because it varies so much by the amount or weight of chicken used. I hope you’ll family will continue to enjoy this recipe for years to come!
Thanks
Susanne
do you cover the chicken with foil prior to putting it in the oven?
No there is no need to use foil! Just pop them in the oven and bake!
Susanne
Wonderful recipe! So tasty and so easy to make! everyone loved it!!!
Followed the recipe exactly except used skin on chicken thighs with boned and the skin was so crispy! Everyone loved it! Next time will try on wings
Thank you for this very simple and very good recipe. I had a hankering to do some thighs today and I found this recipe. Very, very good. Nice job and thank you for taking the time to create and share this 🙂
I have made this quite a few times and LOVE IT!! just one question…. the last 2 times I made it one side is always kind of mushy… and way to avoid this?
I recently went to Sam’s Club and purchased a package of boneless skinless chicken thighs. They’ve been in the fridge and I was running out of time to cook them. I did a google search and found this Easy & Wonderful recipe. THANK YOU!!!!!! Our house smells soooooo yummy good. This is most definitely a new family favorite💖
SUPER easy, and delicious!! Whole family enjoyed.
Will be making again 😊
This chicken was so easy and it tastes outrageously good. I would make it for company..my hubby loved it..we are it and then I took pic. Thanks for a great recipe
I made this in the air fryer – FANTASTIC! 15 min. Turned halfway. I read on another site that while 165 degrees is enough for safety, for thighs actually 175-180 is more tender, since it breaks down the connective tissue. So that’s what I did and it was crispy on the outside juicy within. So flavourful. Thank you
I haven’t made this yet but was wondering what if we marinated the chicken in the garlic mixture for like 15-20 mins? Think that would add even more flavor or no?
Thanks,
Amanda
I made this dish with some changes; all ingredients and procedures the same, however I baked it in a cast iron skillet with skin on. After dredging it in bread crumbs I placed the thighs skin side down and baked for 30 min. then flipped them over ( perfectly golden crisp skin), and let it back 15mins. Perfect!