Baked Chicken Thighs Recipe
User Reviews
4.8
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Prep Time
5 mins
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Cook Time
35 mins
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Total Time
40 mins
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Servings
4 servings
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Calories
313 kcal
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Course
Dinner
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Cuisine
North American
Baked Chicken Thighs Recipe
Description
The recipe involves coating bone-in chicken thighs with olive oil and a dry rub composed of paprika, onion powder, garlic powder, chili powder, oregano, salt, and black pepper. Baking at 425°F (220°C) ensures a crispy skin and thoroughly cooked meat inside. The spices penetrate the chicken for a balanced savory flavor.
Applying the spices under the skin is a useful technique for those who prefer to remove the skin before eating, allowing seasoning to remain on the meat. Adjusting cooking time based on chicken thigh size helps achieve an internal temperature of 165°F (74°C) for food safety and optimal juiciness.
This dish works well as a main protein alongside vegetables, rice, or potatoes and can be customized using pre-made seasoning blends with adjustments for salt and pepper. The method is straightforward and forgiving, requiring minimal attention once in the oven.
Notes mention that keeping the skin on retains juiciness, seasoning under the skin suits those who remove it, and cooking times can vary based on thigh size. Checking early or late depending on size ensures proper doneness without drying.
Ingredients
- 2 tablespoons paprika
- 1 tablespoon onion powder
- 1 tablespoon garlic powder
- 1 teaspoon chili powder each
- 1 teaspoon oregano
- 1 teaspoon salt
- 1 teaspoon black pepper
- 2 tablespoons olive oil
- 3 lb chicken thigh see notes, bone-in
Instructions
- Preheat the oven to 425 degrees Fahrenheit. For easier cleanup, line a baking sheet with parchment paper. In a small bowl, mix the paprika, onion powder, garlic powder, chili powder, oregano, salt, and pepper.
- Drizzle the olive oil over the chicken thighs and then sprinkle the thighs with the spices. If you're not planning on eating the skin, sprinkle the spices under the skin. (See notes)
- Place the chicken thighs on the baking sheet and bake for 35-40 minutes, or until the internal temperature reaches 165 degrees Fahrenheit.
Notes
- Leave skin on during cooking to preserve juiciness; if removing skin before eating, season underneath it to keep flavor in the meat.
- Pre-made seasoning blends can replace the listed spices; use about 4 tablespoons of blend, adding salt and pepper if blend lacks them.
- Cooking times vary by thigh size: check small pieces after 30 minutes and large ones may need up to 45 minutes to reach 165°F internal temperature.
- Use a meat thermometer to confirm doneness for best texture and safety.
Nutrition Information
Show DetailsNutrition Facts
Serving: 4servings
Amount Per Serving
Calories 313 kcal
% Daily Value*
| Serving | 2 chicken thighs | |
| Calories | 313kcal | 16% |
| Carbohydrates | 2g | 1% |
| Protein | 40g | 80% |
| Fat | 15g | 23% |
| Saturated Fat | 3g | 15% |
| Polyunsaturated Fat | 3g | 18% |
| Monounsaturated Fat | 8g | 40% |
| Trans Fat | 1g | 50% |
| Cholesterol | 194mg | 65% |
| Sodium | 765mg | 32% |
| Potassium | 534mg | 11% |
| Fiber | 1g | 4% |
| Sugar | 1g | 2% |
| Vitamin A | 195IU | 4% |
| Vitamin C | 6mg | 7% |
| Calcium | 21mg | 2% |
| Iron | 2mg | 11% |
* Percent Daily Values are based on a 2,000 calorie diet.
User Reviews
Overall Rating
4.8
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