Baked Italian Chicken Recipe

Juicy, flavorful baked Italian chicken – a family favorite! This easy recipe delivers crispy, golden-brown chicken with a burst of Italian herbs and spices. Ready in under 70 minutes, it's perfect for a weeknight dinner or a casual get-together.

Prep Time 20 mins
Cook Time 70 mins
Calories 871 kcal
Protein 104g
Rating 4.9 (23 Reviews)
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Chef Forktionary, author of this recipe

Recipe adapted from Food.com. Standardized by Forktionary.

Ingredients for Baked Italian Chicken

  • Fryer
  • 1/2 cup (1 stick) unsalted butter
  • 1 1/2 cups Italian seasoned breadcrumbs
  • 1/2 cup grated Parmesan cheese
  • Parsley
  • 1 teaspoon garlic powder
  • 1 teaspoon dried basil
  • 2 teaspoons dried oregano
  • 1/2 teaspoon salt
  • 1/4 teaspoon black pepper

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How to Make Baked Italian Chicken

  1. Preheat oven to 350°F (175°C).
  2. Rinse 4 lbs bone-in, skin-on chicken pieces (thighs, breasts, or drumsticks) thoroughly and pat them completely dry with paper towels.
  3. In a shallow dish, melt 1/2 cup (1 stick) of unsalted butter.
  4. In a separate shallow dish, combine 1 1/2 cups Italian seasoned breadcrumbs, 1/2 cup grated Parmesan cheese, 2 teaspoons dried oregano, 1 teaspoon dried basil, 1 teaspoon garlic powder, 1/2 teaspoon salt, and 1/4 teaspoon black pepper.
  5. Dip each chicken piece in the melted butter, ensuring it's fully coated. Then, dredge each piece in the breadcrumb mixture, pressing gently to adhere.
  6. Arrange the coated chicken pieces in a single layer on a large baking sheet.
  7. Bake for 60-70 minutes, or until the chicken is cooked through and the juices run clear when pierced with a fork. Internal temperature should reach 165°F (74°C).
  8. Let the chicken rest for 5 minutes before serving. Enjoy!

Nutrition Information (Approximate per serving)

Sodium

67 g

Sugar

7g

Fat

135g

Carbs

7g

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