Description
These perfectly crispy baked chicken thighs feature juicy meat with golden-brown skin, seasoned with aromatic herbs and spices. A simple, hassle-free dinner that comes together with minimal prep – ideal for busy weeknights or casual gatherings.
Ingredients
Scale
- 6 bone-in chicken thighs (about 2–1/4 pounds)
- 2 tablespoons olive oil
- 2 teaspoons garlic powder
- 2 teaspoons minced fresh thyme or 3/4 teaspoon dried thyme
- 1 teaspoon sea salt
- 1 teaspoon paprika
- 1 teaspoon pepper
Instructions
- Preheat oven to 400°F (200°C). Line baking sheet with parchment paper.
- Pat chicken thighs dry with paper towels. Arrange skin-side up on prepared sheet.
- In small bowl, combine olive oil, garlic powder, thyme, salt, paprika, and pepper.
- Rub spice mixture evenly over all chicken pieces.
- Bake 35-40 minutes until skin is crispy and internal temperature reaches 165°F (74°C).
- Rest for 5 minutes before serving.
Notes
Tips: For extra crispy skin, broil for final 2-3 minutes.
Substitutions: Try rosemary instead of thyme if preferred.
Storage: Refrigerate leftovers in airtight container for up to 4 days. Reheat in oven at 375°F for best texture.
- Prep Time: 5 minutes
- Cook Time: 35 minutes
- Category: B
- Method: Baked
- Cuisine: American
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 thigh
- Calories: 320
- Sugar: 0g
- Sodium: 490mg
- Fat: 22g
- Saturated Fat: 5g
- Unsaturated Fat: 12g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 1g
- Fiber: 0g
- Protein: 28g
- Cholesterol: 125mg
Keywords: crispy baked chicken, easy chicken dinner, oven-baked thighs