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Savory baked chicken thighs, golden and flavorful, ready to serve.

Simple Baked Chicken Thighs

A fuss-free and reliably delicious recipe for juicy, crispy chicken thighs, perfect for weeknight dinners.
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Prep Time 10 minutes
Cook Time 50 minutes
Total Time 1 hour 5 minutes
Servings: 4 pieces
Course: Dinner, Main Course
Cuisine: American
Calories: 300
Ingredients Method Nutrition Notes

Ingredients
  

Main ingredients
  • 4 pieces Bone-in, skin-on chicken thighs
  • 2 tablespoons Olive oil
  • 1 teaspoon Garlic powder
  • 1 teaspoon Onion powder
  • 1 teaspoon Paprika Use smoked paprika for deeper flavor.
  • 1 teaspoon Dried thyme Fresh thyme can be used after roasting.
  • 1 teaspoon Salt Reduce to 1/2 teaspoon for lower sodium.
  • 1/2 teaspoon Black pepper

Method
 

Preparation
  1. Preheat the oven to 425°F (220°C) and position a rack in the center.
  2. Pat each chicken thigh very dry with paper towels.
  3. In a small bowl, whisk together the olive oil, garlic powder, onion powder, paprika, dried thyme, salt, and black pepper.
  4. Rub the seasoned oil all over each thigh, working it under the skin where possible.
  5. Place the thighs skin-side up on a parchment-lined baking sheet, leaving space between them.
Cooking
  1. Roast for 45 to 50 minutes, or until an instant-read thermometer registers 165°F at the thickest part.
  2. If desired, broil for an additional 3 to 5 minutes for extra-crispy skin.
  3. Let the thighs rest for 5 to 10 minutes before serving.

Nutrition

Serving: 1Calories: 300kcalCarbohydrates: 1gProtein: 24gFat: 22gSaturated Fat: 6gSodium: 350mg

Notes

Serve with a green salad and roasted potatoes, or top on creamy mashed potatoes. For storage, refrigerate leftovers in an airtight container for up to four days or freeze for up to three months.

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