Easy Baked Chicken Thighs
Mouthwatering tender chicken thighs baked to perfection, easy enough for a weeknight dinner yet impressive enough for guests.
Ingredients
Main Ingredients
- 8 pieces Chicken thighs (Bone-in, skin-on)
- 2 tablespoons Olive oil
Seasonings
- 1 teaspoon Garlic powder
- 1 teaspoon Onion powder
- 1 teaspoon Paprika
- 1/2 teaspoon Dried thyme
- 1/2 teaspoon Dried rosemary
- 1 teaspoon Salt
- 1/2 teaspoon Black pepper
- 1/2 teaspoon Smoked paprika (optional) Use if desired for extra flavor
Instructions
Preparation
- Pat the chicken thighs dry.
- Drizzle olive oil over each thigh and rub it in to coat the skin.
- In a bowl, mix garlic powder, onion powder, paprika, thyme, rosemary, salt, pepper, and smoked paprika. Sprinkle this mix over the thighs and press it in gently.
Baking
- Place the seasoned thighs skin-side up on a baking sheet lined with parchment paper.
- Preheat the oven to 425°F.
- Bake for 35-40 minutes until the internal temperature reaches 165°F.
Resting
- Let the chicken rest for 5 minutes before serving.
Notes
Use a meat thermometer for optimal cooking. You can swap out herbs for what you have on hand or coat chicken with flour for extra crispiness.