Bidder's Baked Chicken
A crispy, herb-crusted chicken baked to golden perfection, inspired by the rustic charm of auction finds. This American-inspired chicken recipe, ready in about 45 minutes, pairs chicken thighs, breadcrumbs, parmesan cheese for a weeknight-friendly dinner that comes together with one pan and minimal cleanup. Each serving lands at about 420 calories and feeds 4, so it slots cleanly into a weekly meal plan and pairs well with a quick salad or grain on the side. Tap "Plan a meal with the AI" below to drop this recipe into your week and send the ingredients straight to Instacart. Nutrition values are approximate, calculated from USDA FoodData Central (fdc.nal.usda.gov) — verify against ingredient labels for any health-driven dietary plan.
Ingredients
- 4 pieces chicken thighs
- 1/2 cup breadcrumbs
- 1/4 cup parmesan cheese
- 2 cloves garlic
- 1 tbsp fresh rosemary
- 2 tbsp olive oil
- 1 lemon
- 1 tsp salt
- 1/2 tsp pepper
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Instructions
- Step 1: Preheat oven to 400°F (200°C). Line a baking sheet with parchment paper. In a bowl, combine 1/2 cup breadcrumbs, 1/4 cup grated parmesan, 2 minced garlic cloves, 1 tbsp chopped fresh rosemary, 1 tsp salt, and 1/2 tsp pepper.
- Step 2: Place 4 chicken thighs on a plate. Drizzle with 2 tbsp olive oil and rub evenly. Press the breadcrumb mixture onto the chicken, ensuring full coverage.
- Step 3: Place chicken on the prepared baking sheet. Squeeze juice from 1 lemon over the top. Bake for 25-30 minutes until golden and the internal temperature reaches 165°F (74°C). Let rest 5 minutes before serving.








