Easy Baked Boneless Skinless Chicken Thighs
Juicy and flavorful chicken thighs that are baked to perfection with minimal prep and quick cooking. A perfect weeknight meal for the whole family.
Ingredients
Main Ingredients
- 2 pounds boneless skinless chicken thighs (about 8 pieces)
- 2 teaspoons kosher salt for seasoning
- 1 teaspoon black pepper for seasoning
- 2 tablespoons olive oil for baking
- 1 teaspoon garlic powder for seasoning
- 1 teaspoon smoked paprika for seasoning
- ½ teaspoon onion powder for seasoning
Instructions
Preparation
- Remove chicken from the refrigerator and let sit for 20 minutes before cooking.
- Pat chicken completely dry with paper towels.
- Generously season both sides of the chicken with salt. Wait for 2 minutes, then sprinkle on the remaining spices.
Cooking
- Preheat the oven to 400°F with the rack in the center position.
- Brush a baking sheet with 1 tablespoon of olive oil.
- Arrange chicken thighs on the baking sheet with a little space between each piece. Drizzle with the remaining olive oil.
- Bake in the oven for 18 minutes. Flip the thighs and then bake for an additional 14 minutes.
- Check doneness by ensuring the internal temperature reaches 175°F at the thickest part.
- Tent with foil and let rest for 3 minutes before serving.
Notes
For best results, let the chicken sit out before cooking, and use a meat thermometer to ensure perfect doneness. Customize the seasoning to your taste.