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Easy Baked Chicken Thighs Recipe

Golden-brown chicken thighs with crispy skin and tender, juicy meat seasoned with a simple blend of pantry spices for restaurant-quality comfort food.
Prep Time 10 minutes
Cook Time 40 minutes
Total Time 50 minutes
Servings: 8 portions
Course: Dinner, Main Course
Cuisine: American
Calories: 400

Ingredients
  

  • 8 bone-in, skin-on chicken thighs
  • 2 tablespoons olive oil
  • 1 teaspoon garlic powder
  • 1 teaspoon onion powder
  • 1 teaspoon paprika
  • 0.5 teaspoon dried thyme
  • 0.5 teaspoon dried rosemary
  • 1 teaspoon salt
  • 0.5 teaspoon black pepper
  • 0.5 teaspoon smoked paprika optional but recommended

Equipment

  • Rimmed baking sheet
  • parchment paper
  • meat thermometer

Method
 

  1. Pat the chicken thighs completely dry with paper towels, inside and out. Drizzle olive oil over each thigh and rub it in thoroughly, making sure to get under the skin where possible.
  2. Mix all spices (garlic powder, onion powder, paprika, thyme, rosemary, salt, black pepper, and smoked paprika) in a small bowl. Sprinkle this mixture evenly over both sides of the thighs, pressing gently to help the spices adhere.
  3. Preheat oven to 425°F. Line a rimmed baking sheet with parchment paper.
  4. Place the seasoned thighs skin-side up on the prepared baking sheet, leaving adequate space between each piece for proper air circulation.
  5. Roast on the middle rack for 35-40 minutes until the internal temperature reaches 165°F and the skin is golden brown. The juices should run clear when pierced.
  6. Let the chicken rest for 5 minutes before serving to allow juices to redistribute throughout the meat.

Notes

For extra crispy skin, let chicken sit uncovered in refrigerator for 30 minutes before seasoning. Do not flip thighs during cooking. For boneless thighs, reduce cooking time to 25-30 minutes.
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