Description
These Juicy Baked Chicken Thighs are seasoned to perfection and baked until the skin is crispy and flavorful. A simple and delicious main course that is sure to become a family favorite!
Ingredients
Scale
Chicken Thighs:
- 8 bone-in, skin-on chicken thighs
Seasoning:
- 2 tablespoons olive oil
- 1 teaspoon salt
- ½ teaspoon black pepper
- 1 teaspoon garlic powder
- 1 teaspoon onion powder
- 1 teaspoon smoked paprika
- ½ teaspoon dried thyme
- ½ teaspoon dried oregano
Instructions
- Preheat the Oven: Preheat oven to 425°F (220°C).
- Prepare the Chicken: Pat the chicken thighs dry and season with a mixture of salt, pepper, garlic powder, onion powder, smoked paprika, thyme, and oregano.
- Coat the Chicken: Drizzle olive oil over the chicken thighs and rub the spice mixture over all sides.
- Bake: Arrange the chicken on a baking sheet, skin-side up, and bake for 35–40 minutes until golden and crispy.
- Rest and Serve: Let the chicken rest for 5 minutes before serving.
Notes
- For extra crisp skin, broil the chicken for the last 2–3 minutes.
- Add a splash of lemon juice or fresh herbs for a bright finish.
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 40 minutes
- Category: Main Course
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: American
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 2 thighs
- Calories: 410
- Sugar: 0g
- Sodium: 510mg
- Fat: 32g
- Saturated Fat: 8g
- Unsaturated Fat: 22g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 1g
- Fiber: 0g
- Protein: 28g
- Cholesterol: 130mg
