Next, measure out all dry ingredients and place them into a small bowl. Mix them well to combine. You should have roughly 2 tbsp. of seasoning mix.
Next, cut off the excess skin from the thighs, then rinse and place into a strainer for the water to drip off. Pat the chicken dry with a kitchen towel and transfer the thighs into a large glass bowl and sprinkle with prepared seasoning.
Drizzle oil over the chicken thighs, mix to coat, and then cover the bowl with a lid and refrigerate for at least 4 hours or overnight.
Before placing marinated thighs onto a baking sheet mix them once more for them to coat with seasoning and oil. Transfer thighs onto a baking sheet lined with parchment paper.
Next, sprinkle the thighs with fresh cranberries and green onions, and spread out rosemary vines in the pan.
Bake chicken thighs in preheated oven to 425 ℉ for 25 to 30 minutes or until the internal temperature of the chicken reaches 165F according to a meat thermometer.
Then remove from the oven and allow it to cool for 5 minutes before serving.
Your delicious Christmas Chicken is ready to be served! Serve it with some mixed vegetables, rice, or even your favorite pasta!
Decorate the chicken thighs platter with fresh cranberries, green onions, and fresh rosemary before serving. This chicken reheats well and is great for the lunch box.