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Oven Baked Chicken Thighs

Oven Baked Chicken Thighs That Are Crispy and Juicy

Delicious oven baked chicken thighs that are crispy and juicy, perfect for dinner.
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Prep Time 10 minutes
Cook Time 40 minutes
Resting Time 5 minutes
Total Time 55 minutes
Servings: 4 thighs
Course: Dinner
Cuisine: American
Calories: 320
Ingredients Equipment Method Nutrition Notes

Ingredients
  

For the Chicken
  • 4 pieces Bone-in, skin-on chicken thighs
  • 2 tablespoons Olive oil Can substitute with other vegetable oils
For the Seasoning
  • 1 teaspoon Salt
  • 1 teaspoon Black pepper
  • 1 teaspoon Garlic powder
  • 1 teaspoon Onion powder
  • 1 teaspoon Smoked paprika
  • 1 teaspoon Dried thyme
  • 1 teaspoon Dried oregano
For Garnish
  • 2 tablespoons Fresh parsley Optional

Equipment

  • Oven
  • Baking Sheet
  • mixing bowl
  • measuring spoons
  • Paper Towels

Method
 

Preparation Steps
  1. Preheat your oven to 425°F (220°C).
  2. Pat the chicken thighs dry with paper towels.
  3. In a mixing bowl, combine olive oil, salt, black pepper, garlic powder, onion powder, smoked paprika, dried thyme, and dried oregano. Mix well.
  4. Coat each chicken thigh with the seasoning mixture and place them skin-side up on a baking sheet.
  5. Bake the chicken thighs for 35 to 45 minutes until golden brown and the internal temperature reaches 165°F (74°C).
  6. Let the chicken rest for about 5 minutes before serving.
  7. Garnish with fresh parsley if desired and serve hot.

Nutrition

Serving: 1thighCalories: 320kcalProtein: 24gFat: 25gSaturated Fat: 6gPolyunsaturated Fat: 5gMonounsaturated Fat: 14gCholesterol: 100mgSodium: 600mgPotassium: 300mgCalcium: 2mgIron: 5mg

Notes

Ensure to pat the chicken dry to achieve maximum crispiness. Adjust the oven temperature or broil if needed for better browning.

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