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Mother’s Day Vintage Baked Chicken Thighs

A simple yet flavorful dish made with just five ingredients, perfect for honoring the special women in your life on Mother's Day.
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Prep Time 10 minutes
Cook Time 50 minutes
Total Time 1 hour
Servings: 6 pieces
Course: Dinner, Main Course
Cuisine: American
Calories: 400
Ingredients Method Notes

Ingredients
  

Main Ingredients
  • 2.5 to 3 pounds bone-in, skin-on chicken thighs (about 6–8 pieces)
  • 1 cup bottled French or Catalina salad dressing
  • 1 cup apricot preserves (or apricot jam)
  • 1 ounce packet dry onion soup mix
  • 1/2 teaspoon kosher salt (or to taste)

Method
 

Preparation
  1. Preheat your oven to 375°F (190°C).
  2. Pat the chicken thighs dry and season them with kosher salt.
  3. Arrange the chicken thighs in a glass baking dish, skin-side up.
Mixing
  1. In a bowl, whisk together the salad dressing, apricot preserves, and onion soup mix.
  2. Pour the mixture over the chicken, making sure each piece is well coated.
Baking
  1. Bake uncovered for 45 to 55 minutes, or until the chicken is cooked through and golden.
  2. Let the chicken rest for 5 to 10 minutes before serving, spooning the sauce over the top.

Notes

For extra crispiness, you can broil the chicken for the last few minutes of baking. Adjust apricot preserves for desired sweetness, and feel free to add chili flakes for spice. Serve with roasted vegetables, rice, or a green salad.