Italian Tomato-Roasted Chicken
Juicy chicken thighs roasted with sun-dried tomatoes and aromatic herbs for a rich, savory dish. This italian-inspired quick meals ready in about 80 minutes pairs chicken thighs, oil-packed sun-dried tomatoes, minced garlic for a weeknight-friendly dinner that comes together with one pan and minimal cleanup. Each serving lands at about 320 calories and feeds 6, 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 lbs chicken thighs
- 1/2 cup, oil-packed sun-dried tomatoes
- 4 cloves, minced garlic
- 3 tbsp olive oil
- 1 tbsp balsamic vinegar
- 1 tsp oregano
- 1 tsp thyme
- 1 tsp salt
- 1 tsp pepper
Instructions
- Step 1: Preheat oven to 425°F (220°C). Rub 4 lbs chicken thighs with 3 tbsp olive oil, 1 tsp salt, and 1 tsp pepper.
- Step 2: In a bowl, mix 1/2 cup sun-dried tomatoes, 4 minced garlic cloves, 1 tbsp balsamic vinegar, 1 tsp oregano, and 1 tsp thyme.
- Step 3: Stuff the chicken with the tomato-garlic mixture, then place on a baking sheet. Roast for 40-45 minutes until skin is crispy and juices run clear.
- Step 4: Let rest for 10 minutes before carving. Serve with extra balsamic glaze drizzled over the top.
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Frequently asked questions
How long does Italian Tomato-Roasted Chicken take to make?
Total time is about 80 minutes (30 min prep + 50 min cook). Most home cooks find this fits comfortably into a weeknight; double the batch on Sunday for two dinners.
How do I store leftover Italian Tomato-Roasted Chicken?
Cool to room temperature within 2 hours, then store in an airtight container in the fridge for up to 4 days. Reheat covered in a 350°F oven for 10-12 minutes, or microwave at 70% power in 60-second bursts to keep chicken thighs from drying out.
Can I substitute ingredients in Italian Tomato-Roasted Chicken?
Yes — most ingredients in this recipe have flexible swaps. For oil, use any neutral high-smoke-point oil (avocado, grapeseed, refined coconut). For aromatics, dried herbs at ⅓ the volume of fresh work in a pinch. The full ingredient list is shoppable on Instacart so you can see substitutes in real time.
How do I scale Italian Tomato-Roasted Chicken for a different number of people?
The recipe is written for 6 servings. Multiply each ingredient by (your serving target / 6). Cook time stays roughly the same up to 2x; for 3-4x batches, switch from a skillet to a sheet pan or stockpot so the food isn't crowded — overcrowding steams instead of browns.
What goes well with Italian Tomato-Roasted Chicken?
Italian quick meals like this pair well with a simple grain (rice, couscous, or crusty bread), a quick salad with acid (lemon vinaigrette, pickled onions), and a pan sauce or yogurt-based dip. Tap "Plan a meal with the AI" to get specific side suggestions.
What others are saying
- ★★★★☆
Very good for a 50-minute recipe. Would bump up the spice level though.
- ★★★★☆
Solid recipe. Not groundbreaking but definitely making it again.
- ★★★☆☆
It was fine. Came out a bit bland for my taste.
