Oven-Baked Chicken Thighs
Juicy and tender oven-baked chicken thighs with a beautifully crispy skin, perfect for busy weeknights or a comforting weekend dinner.
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 40 minutes
- Total Time: 50 minutes
- Yield: 4 servings 1x
- Category: Main Course
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: American
- Diet: None
Ingredients
Scale
- 4 chicken thighs
- 2 tablespoons olive oil
- 1 teaspoon salt
- 1/2 teaspoon black pepper
- 1 teaspoon garlic powder
- 1 teaspoon paprika
- Herbs (like thyme or rosemary)
Instructions
- Preheat your oven to 400°F (200°C).
- In a bowl, mix together olive oil, salt, black pepper, garlic powder, and paprika for your spice rub.
- Generously coat the chicken thighs with the spice mixture.
- Line a baking sheet with parchment paper and place the chicken thighs on the sheet.
- Bake for 35-40 minutes until cooked through and skin is crispy.
- Let the chicken rest for a few minutes before serving.
Notes
For the best results, pat the chicken thighs dry before applying the spice rub for a crispier skin. You can experiment with spices and herbs to suit your taste.
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 thigh
- Calories: 400
- Sugar: 0g
- Sodium: 600mg
- Fat: 25g
- Saturated Fat: 6g
- Unsaturated Fat: 15g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 2g
- Fiber: 0g
- Protein: 30g
- Cholesterol: 120mg
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