Heart-Healthy Coscia di Pollo al Forno
Elevate your weeknight dinner with this Heart-Healthy Coscia di Pollo al Forno, a Mediterranean-inspired baked chicken dish that’s as nutritious as it is flavorful. This recipe features tender, marinated, skinless chicken thighs infused with the bright flavors of olive oil, freshly squeezed lemon juice, garlic, rosemary, and thyme. It’s baked to perfection alongside sweet cherry tomatoes and caramelized red onions, all simmering in a light, low-sodium chicken broth for added depth of flavor. With just 15 minutes of prep time and a low-fat, heart-smart twist, this one-dish meal keeps cleanup simple while delivering a wholesome, satisfying dinner. Serve it with the savory juices drizzled over the vegetables for a burst of Mediterranean delight in every bite. Perfect for health-conscious foodies seeking an easy, delicious, and nourishing meal.
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Ingredients
- 4 pieces Chicken thighs (skinless, bone-in)
- 2 tablespoons Olive oil
- 3 tablespoons Lemon juice, freshly squeezed
- 4 cloves Garlic cloves, minced
- 1 tablespoon Fresh rosemary, chopped
- 1 tablespoon Fresh thyme, chopped
- 0.5 teaspoon Salt
- 0.25 teaspoon Black pepper, freshly ground
- 200 grams Cherry tomatoes, halved
- 1 medium Red onion, thinly sliced
- 0.5 cup Low-sodium chicken broth
Directions
Step 1
Preheat your oven to 400°F (200°C).
Step 2
In a large mixing bowl, combine olive oil, lemon juice, minced garlic, rosemary, thyme, salt, and black pepper.
Step 3
Add the chicken thighs to the bowl and toss to coat them thoroughly in the marinade. Let them marinate for at least 15 minutes while you prepare the remaining ingredients.
Step 4
Arrange the marinated chicken thighs in a single layer in a large baking dish.
Step 5
Scatter the halved cherry tomatoes and sliced red onion around the chicken thighs.
Step 6
Pour the low-sodium chicken broth into the dish, ensuring an even distribution.
Step 7
Cover the baking dish with aluminum foil and place it in the preheated oven.
Step 8
Bake for 25 minutes, then remove the foil and bake for an additional 20 minutes or until the chicken thighs are cooked through and golden brown, with an internal temperature of 165°F (74°C).
Step 9
Once cooked, remove the dish from the oven and let it rest for about 5 minutes before serving.
Step 10
Serve the Coscia di Pollo al Forno with the baked vegetables and some of the flavorful juices from the baking dish. Enjoy!
Nutrition Facts
| Serving size | (921.6g) |
|---|
| Amount per serving | % Daily Value* |
|---|---|
| Calories | 1208.1 |
| Total Fat 72.9g | 0% |
| Saturated Fat 16.4g | 0% |
| Polyunsaturated Fat 2.7g | |
| Cholesterol 376mg | 0% |
| Sodium 1560.6mg | 0% |
| Total Carbohydrate 26.6g | 0% |
| Dietary Fiber 5.3g | 0% |
| Total Sugars 11.5g | |
| Protein 109.0g | 0% |
| Vitamin D 0IU | 0% |
| Calcium 119.7mg | 0% |
| Iron 5.2mg | 0% |
| Potassium 1698.1mg | 0% |
Source of Calories