Easy Baked Chicken Thighs

Easy Baked Chicken Thighs
  • PREP TIME
    5 mins
  • COOK TIME
    30 mins
  • TOTAL TIME
    35 mins
  • SERVING
    4 People
  • VIEWS
    698

These unbelievably simple baked chicken thighs are weeknight dinner perfection! Minimal prep time and maximum flavor make this a go-to recipe for busy cooks. Get ready for juicy, flavorful chicken that's ready in under an hour.

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Nutrition

  • Carbohydrate
    3 g
  • Cholesterol
    69 mg
  • Fiber
    0 g
  • Protein
    20 g
  • Saturated Fat
    2 g
  • Sodium
    58 mg
  • Sugar
    1 g
  • Fat
    8 g
  • Unsaturated Fat
    0 g

DIRECTIONS

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Recipe View 5 mins Preheat the oven to 375 degrees F (190 degrees C). (5 minutes)

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Recipe View 2 mins Pat the chicken thighs dry with paper towels. This helps achieve crispy skin. (2 minutes)

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Recipe View 2 mins In a small bowl, combine garlic powder, onion flakes, smoked paprika, thyme, and cayenne pepper (if using). (2 minutes)

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Recipe View 1 mins Drizzle the chicken thighs with olive oil (if using). (1 minute)

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Recipe View 3 mins Season both sides of the chicken thighs generously with the spice mixture, salt, and pepper. Ensure even coverage. (3 minutes)

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Recipe View 1 mins Place the seasoned chicken thighs in a baking dish, skin-side up. (1 minute)

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Recipe View 35 mins Bake in the preheated oven until the chicken is cooked through and the juices run clear when pierced with a fork, about 30-35 minutes. An instant-read thermometer inserted into the thickest part of the thigh, near the bone, should read 165 degrees F (74 degrees C). (35 minutes)

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Recipe View 3 mins If the skin is not as crispy as desired, broil for the last 2-3 minutes, watching carefully to prevent burning. (3 minutes)

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Recipe View 10 mins Let the chicken rest for 5-10 minutes before serving. This allows the juices to redistribute, resulting in more tender and flavorful chicken. (10 minutes)

For extra crispy skin, consider placing the chicken thighs on a wire rack set inside the baking dish.
Feel free to experiment with your favorite spice blends. Italian seasoning, chili powder, or a lemon-pepper blend would all be delicious.
If you don't have onion flakes, you can substitute onion powder, but use half the amount.
For easier cleanup, line the baking dish with aluminum foil.

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RECIPE REVIEWS

Avarage Rating: 4.3/ 5 ( 232 Ratings)
Total Reviews: (4)
  • Austyn Gleason

    Simple and delicious. I will definitely be making this again.

  • Lempi Flatley

    My family loved this recipe! The chicken was so flavorful and tender.

  • Mario Hoppe

    This recipe is a lifesaver on busy weeknights! So easy and the chicken is always juicy.

  • Addie Torphy

    I added a pinch of red pepper flakes for a little extra heat, and it was fantastic!

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