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Tender, oven-baked ranch chicken thighs made with a creamy, herby yogurt marinade—ready in 30 minutes for an easy, flavourful weeknight dinner.
These Ranch Chicken Thighs are quick to prep, packed with herby flavour, and come out juicy and golden every single time. Made with a simple homemade ranch marinade featuring yogurt, dill, chives, parsley, and lemon, they’re a weeknight staple that’s anything but boring.
Perfect for busy evenings, meal prepping, or impressing guests with zero fuss.
Why You’ll Love This Recipe
- Quick & easy – Just 5 minutes of prep
- Oven-baked goodness – Crispy edges, juicy centers
- Homemade ranch marinade – Tangy, herby, fresh
- Meal prep friendly – Marinate in advance for deeper flavour
Preparing Ranch Chicken Thighs
Ingredients You’ll Need
For the Ranch Marinade:
- 1/4 cup yogurt
- 1/2 tsp sugar
- 1/2 tbsp onion powder
- 1/2 tsp salt
- 1/2 tsp dried onions (optional)
- 1 tsp lemon juice
- 1/2 tbsp dried dill
- 1/2 tbsp dried parsley
- 1/2 tbsp dried chives (optional)
- Pinch of pepper
Protein:
- 8 boneless, skinless chicken thighs
Step-by-Step Instructions
Step 1: Mix the marinade
In a small bowl or glass measuring cup, whisk together all the marinade ingredients until fully combined.
Step 2: Coat the chicken
Place chicken thighs in a medium bowl and pour the ranch marinade over them. Use tongs to evenly coat every piece.
Step 3: (Optional) Marinate
If prepping ahead, cover and refrigerate the chicken for up to 24 hours to deepen the flavour.
Step 4: Preheat and prep the oven
Preheat your oven to 400°F. Place the chicken on a sheet pan lined with parchment or a grill rack over a tray.
Step 5: Bake
Bake for 30 minutes, or until the internal temperature reaches 165°F and the tops are lightly golden.
Tips and Variations
- Try Greek yogurt – For extra tang and richness.
- Add garlic powder – For a deeper savoury note.
- Serve with – Roasted potatoes, rice, or over salad greens.
- Make it spicy – Add a pinch of chili flakes to the marinade.
Meal Ideas
Pair these chicken thighs with a side of rice and roasted veggies, top a salad with them, or slice them over a grain bowl. They’re as versatile as they are flavourful!
Are you looking for dinner ideas? Check out our recipes:
Juicy Ranch Chicken Thighs
Equipment
- Small whisk
- Sheet pan
Ingredients
For the Ranch Marinade:
- ¼ cup yogurt
- ½ tsp sugar
- ½ tbsp onion powder
- ½ tsp salt
- ½ tsp dried onions optional
- 1 tsp lemon juice
- ½ tbsp dried dill
- ½ tbsp dried parsley
- ½ tbsp dried chives optional
- Pinch of pepper
Protein:
- 8 chicken thighs (boneless skinless)
Instructions
- Combine all of the marinade ingredients in a small bowl or glass measuring cup.1/4 cup yogurt, 1/2 tsp sugar, 1/2 tbsp onion powder, 1/2 tsp salt, 1/2 tsp dried onions, 1 tsp lemon juice, 1/2 tbsp dried dill, 1/2 tbsp dried parsley, 1/2 tbsp dried chives, Pinch of pepper
- Using a whisk, mix the ingredients until well combined.
- Place the chicken in a medium bowl and pour all the marinade over the chicken.8 chicken thighs
- Using tongs, coat all the chicken evenly. We want to use up all the marinade for this recipe.
- Optional: You can leave the chicken in the marinade for up to 24 hours if you are preparing the chicken in advance of serving.
- Preheat the oven to 400°F
- Place the chicken on a pan with a grilling rack or on a sheet pan lined with parchment paper.
- Bake for 30 minutes or until the internal temperature reaches 165°F.
