Description

These crispy baked chicken thighs are perfectly seasoned and roasted until golden and juicy. With minimal prep and bold flavor, they’re the ultimate weeknight dinner solution everyone will love.

Ingredients

Scale

6–8 bone-in, skin-on chicken thighs
2 tablespoons olive oil
2 teaspoons salt
2 teaspoons garlic powder
2 teaspoons onion powder
2 teaspoons Italian seasoning
1 teaspoon paprika
1 teaspoon black pepper

Instructions

Preheat your oven to 400°F (204°C) and line a rimmed baking sheet with foil for easy cleanup.
Pat the chicken thighs completely dry using paper towels—this helps the skin get crispy.
Rub each thigh with olive oil, ensuring they’re fully coated.
In a small bowl, mix together the salt, garlic powder, onion powder, Italian seasoning, paprika, and black pepper.
Sprinkle the seasoning mix evenly over all sides of the chicken thighs.
Arrange the thighs skin-side up on the prepared baking sheet, leaving space between each piece.
Bake for 35–45 minutes, or until internal temperature reaches 165°F (74°C) and skin is golden and crisp.
For extra crispy skin, broil the thighs for an additional 2–3 minutes at the end.
Let rest for 5 minutes before serving.

Notes

Patting the chicken dry is crucial for crisp skin. For added flavor, marinate with the spice blend up to 24 hours in advance. Pairs well with mashed potatoes, roasted veggies, or a fresh salad.

Prep Time: 10 minutes
Cook Time: 40 minutes
Category: Main Dish
Method: Baking
Cuisine: American

Nutrition

Serving Size: 1 chicken thigh
Calories: 280
Sugar: 0g
Sodium: 650mg
Fat: 19g
Saturated Fat: 5g
Unsaturated Fat: 12g
Trans Fat: 0g
Carbohydrates: 1g
Fiber: 0g
Protein: 25g
Cholesterol: 105mg

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