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Crispy baked chicken thighs served with roasted vegetables on dinner plate

Easy Oven Baked Chicken Thighs

Crispy, juicy chicken thighs baked to perfection with bold seasoning and buttery richness. A quick and flavorful weeknight favorite.
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Prep Time 10 minutes
Cook Time 40 minutes
Total Time 50 minutes
Servings: 6 portions
Course: Main
Cuisine: American
Ingredients Equipment Method Notes

Ingredients
  

  • 6 chicken thighs bone-in, skin-on
  • 3 tbsp butter cut into pieces
  • 1 tbsp baking powder
  • 2 tsp garlic powder
  • 2 tsp paprika or smoked paprika
  • 2 tsp onion powder
  • 1.5 tsp kosher salt
  • 0.75 tsp black pepper
  • 0.5 tsp dried oregano
  • 0.25 tsp dried thyme

Equipment

  • baking dish
  • Aluminum foil
  • meat thermometer
  • Small bowl

Method
 

  1. Preheat oven to 415°F (213°C). Line baking dish with aluminum foil.
  2. In a small bowl, mix baking powder, garlic powder, onion powder, salt, pepper, paprika, oregano, and thyme.
  3. Pat chicken thighs dry. Lift the skin, keeping it attached on one side.
  4. Place thighs skin-side down. Season bottoms. Flip and season tops. Fold skin back and season skin.
  5. Add butter pieces around the chicken in the dish.
  6. Bake for 40 minutes until internal temp reaches 165°F (74°C) and skin is crispy.
  7. Let rest 5–10 minutes before serving.

Notes

Dry chicken before seasoning for crispiness. Use baking powder, not soda. High heat is essential. Season under the skin for flavor.