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

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.

Questions

How long does Crispy Baked Chicken Thighs keep?

Refrigerate leftovers within two hours and eat them within three days. Reheat uncovered in a 400 F oven (or an air fryer) for a few minutes to bring the crust back; the microwave softens it.

Can I halve or double Crispy Baked Chicken Thighs?

Yes. As written it serves 4. Every ingredient in this entry carries precomputed half and double quantities, and the app's batch dial rewrites them inside each step. Doubled, split it across two pans and rotate them halfway; one crowded pan bakes unevenly.

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