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Oven Baked 3-Ingredient Chicken Charleston

A quick and delicious oven-baked chicken dish made with just three ingredients: chicken thighs, sweet onions, and Russian dressing.
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Prep Time 10 minutes
Cook Time 1 hour 10 minutes
Total Time 1 hour 20 minutes
Servings: 4 servings
Course: Dinner, Main Course
Cuisine: American
Calories: 410
Ingredients Method Notes

Ingredients
  

Main Ingredients
  • 6 pieces bone-in, skin-on chicken thighs Choose thighs with skin for added flavor and moisture.
  • 1 large sweet onion, sliced into rings Provides sweetness and caramelizes beautifully.
  • 1 cup Russian dressing Can substitute with Thousand Island dressing or a mix of mayonnaise and ketchup.

Method
 

Preparation
  1. Preheat the oven to 350 degrees F and lightly grease an oval baking dish or 9x13-inch casserole dish.
  2. Arrange the sliced onion rings across the bottom of the dish.
  3. Place the chicken thighs on top in a single layer.
  4. Spoon the Russian dressing evenly over the chicken, ensuring each piece is well coated.
Baking
  1. Cover the dish tightly with foil and bake for 45 minutes.
  2. Remove the foil, spoon some of the pan sauce over the chicken, and continue baking for an additional 25 to 35 minutes, until the chicken is cooked through and the onions are soft and caramelized.
  3. Let the dish rest for 5 minutes before serving. Spoon the onions and sauce over each piece of chicken just before serving.

Notes

Serve with a side of rice, mashed potatoes, or a fresh salad. Leftovers can be stored in an airtight container in the refrigerator for up to three days.