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Oven baked chicken thighs served on a plate with herbs and spices

Oven Baked Chicken Thighs

A straightforward and forgiving recipe for juicy, flavorful chicken thighs roasted to perfection with simple pantry spices.
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Prep Time 10 minutes
Cook Time 40 minutes
Total Time 55 minutes
Servings: 4 servings
Course: Dinner, Main Course
Cuisine: American
Calories: 320
Ingredients Method Nutrition Notes

Ingredients
  

For the chicken
  • 4 pieces chicken thighs (bone-in, skin-on recommended) Bone-in thighs yield the best flavor and texture.
  • 2 tablespoons olive oil Can swap for avocado oil for a higher smoke point.
  • 1 teaspoon garlic powder
  • 1 teaspoon onion powder
  • 1 teaspoon paprika Can substitute with smoked paprika for a smoky flavor.
  • Salt and pepper to taste

Method
 

Preparation
  1. Preheat the oven to 400°F (200°C).
  2. Pat the chicken thighs dry with paper towels to ensure crispier skin.
  3. In a bowl, whisk together the olive oil, garlic powder, onion powder, paprika, salt, and pepper until combined.
  4. Rub the mixture evenly over each thigh, coating the skin and sides.
  5. Arrange the thighs skin side up in a single layer in a baking dish.
Cooking
  1. Bake for 35–40 minutes, or until a meat thermometer reads 165°F (74°C) in the thickest part.
  2. Remove from the oven and let rest for 5 minutes before serving.

Nutrition

Serving: 1Calories: 320kcalProtein: 24gFat: 25gSaturated Fat: 6gSodium: 300mg

Notes

For best results, let chicken sit at room temperature for 15–20 minutes before baking. For extra-crisp skin, broil for 1–2 minutes at the end.

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