Crispy Baked Chicken Thighs

Name: Crispy Baked Chicken Thighs
Prep time: 10 min
Cook time: 40 min
Total time: 50 min
Yield: 4 servings
Cuisine: American
Ingredients: 8 bone-in, skin-on chicken thighs, patted dry with paper towels; 2 tbsp olive oil; 1 tsp garlic powder; 1 tsp onion powder; 1 tsp paprika; 1/2 tsp dried thyme; 1/2 tsp dried oregano; 1 tsp salt; 1/2 tsp black pepper, freshly ground; 1 lemon, cut into wedges, for serving; 2 tbsp fresh cilantro, chopped, for garnish

Perfectly seasoned chicken thighs with crispy skin and juicy, tender meat. This simple yet delicious dish requires minimal prep and delivers maximum flavor, making it ideal for both weeknight dinners and special occasions.

50 minEasyServes 4320 cal/serving

AmericanDinnerOvenHigh ProteinLow CarbKetoPork-FreeAlcohol-FreeCorn-Free

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Ingredients

8 bone-in, skin-on chicken thighs, patted dry with paper towels
2 tbsp olive oil
1 tsp garlic powder
1 tsp onion powder
1 tsp paprika
1/2 tsp dried thyme
1/2 tsp dried oregano
1 tsp salt
1/2 tsp black pepper, freshly ground
1 lemon, cut into wedges, for serving
2 tbsp fresh cilantro, chopped, for garnish

Instructions

1

Preheat oven to 425°F (220°C). Line a baking sheet with foil or parchment paper and place a wire rack on top if available.
2

Pat 8 patted dry with paper towels bone-in, skin-on chicken thighs dry with paper towels. This helps the skin get crispy.
3

In a small bowl, mix together 1 tsp garlic powder, 1 tsp onion powder, 1 tsp paprika, 1/2 tsp dried thyme, 1/2 tsp dried oregano, 1 tsp salt, and 1/2 tsp freshly ground black pepper.
4

Drizzle 2 tbsp olive oil over the chicken thighs, then rub with the spice mixture, making sure to get some under the skin as well.
5

Place chicken thighs skin side up on the prepared baking sheet, leaving space between each piece.
6

Bake in the preheated oven for 35-40 minutes, or until the skin is golden and crispy and the internal temperature reaches 165°F (74°C) when tested with a meat thermometer.
7

If you want extra crispy skin, broil for the last 2-3 minutes, watching carefully to prevent burning.
8

Let the chicken rest for 5 minutes before serving.
9

Garnish with 2 tbsp chopped, for garnish fresh cilantro and serve with 1 cut into wedges, for serving lemon.

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Questions

What oven temperature does Crispy Baked Chicken Thighs need?

For Crispy Baked Chicken Thighs, the oven is set to 425 F (about 220 C) in step 1. The longest stretch at that heat is 40 minutes, in step 6. The target internal temperature is 165 F (about 75 C), given in step 6. A probe thermometer removes the guesswork.

Why rest the meat in Crispy Baked Chicken Thighs?

Step 8 reads: "Let the chicken rest for 5 minutes before serving." Heat drives the juices toward the center. The rest in step 8 lets them spread back out, so they stay in the meat instead of running onto the board when you cut.

What equipment do I need for Crispy Baked Chicken Thighs?

Beyond a knife and a board, the method uses a probe thermometer (step 6), a sheet pan (step 1) and parchment paper (step 1).

Can I use chicken breasts instead of chicken thighs in Crispy Baked Chicken Thighs?

Yes, with care. Breasts dry out sooner: pull them at 165 F, which usually means a few minutes less than the thighs would take. As written, the entry for Crispy Baked Chicken Thighs uses 8 bone-in, skin-on chicken thighs, patted dry with paper towels.

Is Crispy Baked Chicken Thighs keto-friendly?

A serving of Crispy Baked Chicken Thighs carries 2 g of carbohydrate. Against a strict 20 g keto day that is 10 percent of the budget; against a moderate 100 g low-carb day it is 2 percent.

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