Description
Simple and flavorful baked chicken thighs with crispy skin and tender meat—an easy weeknight dinner option that delivers juicy, savory satisfaction with minimal prep and cooking time.
Ingredients
Chicken Thighs
- 6 chicken thighs (bone-in, skin-on)
Seasoning
- 2 tbsp olive oil
- 1 tsp salt
- 1/2 tsp black pepper
- 1 tsp garlic powder
- 1 tsp paprika
- 1/2 tsp onion powder
Instructions
- Preheat Oven: Preheat your oven to 200°C (400°F) to ensure it’s hot enough to crisp the chicken skin nicely when baking.
- Prepare Chicken: Pat the chicken thighs dry with paper towels to remove excess moisture, which helps achieve crispy skin.
- Season Chicken: Rub olive oil evenly over each chicken thigh, then season generously with salt, black pepper, garlic powder, paprika, and onion powder, making sure to coat both sides thoroughly.
- Arrange on Tray: Place the seasoned chicken thighs on a baking tray, skin-side up, ensuring they are spaced apart for even cooking and crisping.
- Bake: Bake the chicken thighs in the preheated oven for 35–40 minutes until the skin is crispy and the internal temperature reaches 165°F (74°C), indicating they are fully cooked.
- Rest: Remove the chicken from the oven and let it rest for a few minutes before serving to allow juices to redistribute, keeping the meat tender and juicy.
Notes
- For extra crispy skin, broil the chicken thighs for 2–3 minutes at the end of cooking, watching carefully to prevent burning.
- Consider adding vegetables like potatoes, carrots, or Brussels sprouts to the baking tray for a complete one-pan meal.
- Make sure the chicken is at room temperature before baking for more even cooking.
- Use a meat thermometer to check doneness, aiming for an internal temperature of 165°F (74°C).
- Prep Time: 5 minutes
- Cook Time: 40 minutes
- Category: Dinner
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: American
