Irresistibly Easy Oven Baked Chicken Thighs
A simple yet delightful recipe for crispy and juicy oven-baked chicken thighs, perfect for family dinners and gatherings.
- Prep Time: 15
- Cook Time: 45
- Total Time: 60
- Yield: 6 servings 1x
- Category: Main Course
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: American
- Diet: Meat
Ingredients
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- 2 tablespoons olive oil
- 2 teaspoons garlic powder
- 2 teaspoons onion powder
- 1 teaspoon ground paprika
- 1 teaspoon Italian seasoning
- 1 teaspoon dried parsley
- 2 teaspoons salt
- ½ teaspoon black pepper
- 2 pounds chicken thighs (6–8 pieces)
- 1 tablespoon butter, diced
Instructions
- Preheat your oven to 400°F (200°C) and line a baking sheet with aluminum foil.
- In a large bowl, mix olive oil, garlic powder, onion powder, paprika, Italian seasoning, dried parsley, salt, and black pepper to form a thick paste.
- Add the patted dry chicken thighs to the bowl and toss them thoroughly with the seasoning paste.
- Place the chicken thighs skin-side up on the hot pan and dot with diced butter.
- Bake the chicken for 20 minutes, then baste with pan juices.
- Continue baking for another 10 minutes, basting again.
- Check that the internal temperature reaches 165°F (74°C) and bake for an additional 5-15 minutes if needed.
- For extra crispiness, broil the chicken for 1–2 minutes, watching closely.
Notes
Pat chicken thighs dry for crisp skin. Allow them to rest for 5-10 minutes before serving.
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 thigh
- Calories: 300
- Sugar: 0g
- Sodium: 800mg
- Fat: 20g
- Saturated Fat: 8g
- Unsaturated Fat: 10g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 2g
- Fiber: 0g
- Protein: 30g
- Cholesterol: 120mg
