Oven-Roasted Tomato and Basil Chicken Thighs

By AislePrompt Editorial · Published 2026-07-30 · Updated 2026-07-30

Juicy chicken thighs roasted with fresh tomatoes, garlic, and basil for a flavorful and simple dinner. This Mediterranean-inspired chicken recipe (gluten free), ready in about 55 minutes, pairs bone-in, skin-on chicken thighs, ripe tomatoes, fresh basil leaves for a weeknight-friendly dinner that comes together with one pan and minimal cleanup. Each serving lands at about 320 calories and feeds 4, so it slots cleanly into a weekly meal plan and pairs well with rice, quinoa, or a quick salad. 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

• 6 pieces bone-in, skin-on chicken thighs
• 3 medium, chopped ripe tomatoes
• 1/4 cup, chopped fresh basil leaves
• 4, minced garlic cloves
• 3 tbsp olive oil
• 1 1/2 tsp salt
• 1 tsp black pepper
• 1 tsp dried oregano

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Instructions

1. Step 1: Preheat your oven to 425°F (220°C). Pat dry 6 bone-in, skin-on chicken thighs and season both sides with 1 1/2 tsp salt, 1 tsp black pepper, and 1 tsp dried oregano.
2. Step 2: In a large mixing bowl, combine 3 chopped medium ripe tomatoes, 4 minced garlic cloves, 3 tbsp olive oil, and 1/4 cup chopped fresh basil leaves. Toss until well mixed and fragrant.
3. Step 3: Place the seasoned chicken thighs skin-side up on a baking sheet. Spoon the tomato and basil mixture evenly over and around the chicken.
4. Step 4: Roast in the preheated oven for 35-40 minutes, or until the chicken skin is golden and crisp and the internal temperature reaches 165°F (74°C). Let rest for 5 minutes before serving.