Baked Chicken Thighs

Ingredients

• 1½–2 lbs chicken thighs
• ½ tsp garlic powder
• ½ tsp Italian seasoning
• ½ tsp salt
• ¼ tsp black pepper
• 1 tbsp olive oil
• ½ cup Parmesan, optional
• Lemon, optional

Directions

1. Preheat the oven to 425°F.
2. Pat the chicken thighs dry and season generously with the garlic powder, Italian seasoning, salt, and black pepper.
3. Place the chicken on a sheet pan or in a baking dish.
4. Drizzle with the olive oil.
5. Bake for 30–45 minutes, depending on the size of the thighs, until the chicken is cooked through and reaches an internal temperature of 165°F.
6. Serve the chicken thighs with the risotto and green beans. Add a squeeze of fresh lemon over the chicken or vegetables if desired.