Baked Chicken Thighs
Tender, succulent, crispy and deliciously easy, these baked chicken thighs are about to become your go-to weeknight meal all year round. This recipe can easily be cut in half if you need to make a smaller batch!
Equipment
- Roasting pan with a roasting rack or sheet pan
Ingredients
- 6-8 chicken thighs skin-on, bone-in
- 1 tablespoon paprika
- 1 teaspoon garlic powder
- 1 teaspoon onion powder
- 1 teaspoon dried oregano
- 1 teaspoon dried thyme
- ½ teaspoon salt
- ¼ teaspoon black pepper
- ¼ teaspoon cayenne optional
Instructions
- Preheat your oven to 425°F (220°C).
- In a small bowl, mix together the paprika, garlic powder, onion powder, oregano, thyme, salt, black pepper, and cayenne pepper (if using).
- Place a roasting rack in a roasting pan and place the chicken thighs on top of the rack. Season both sides of the chicken thighs with the spice rub. (If you're using a baking sheet, just lay the chicken directly on the baking sheet).
- Roast the chicken thighs in the preheated oven for 20-25 minutes, or until they are cooked through and the internal temperature reaches at least 165°F (74°C).
- Serve the chicken thighs hot, garnished with fresh herbs (like thyme and oregano) if desired. Enjoy!
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Notes
I like using a baking rack for this recipe because it helps the air circulate around the chicken, making the bottom slightly crispy as well. However, it's also great just on a normal baking sheet!
For something a little different, try swapping paprika for smoked paprika (so good).
Nutrition
Serving: 150gCalories: 320kcalCarbohydrates: 1gProtein: 24gFat: 24gSaturated Fat: 6gPolyunsaturated Fat: 5gMonounsaturated Fat: 10gTrans Fat: 0.1gCholesterol: 142mgSodium: 257mgPotassium: 309mgFiber: 0.2gSugar: 0.1gVitamin A: 180IUVitamin C: 2mgCalcium: 16mgIron: 1mg
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