Bone in Chicken Thigh Recipe
User Reviews
4.8
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Prep Time
10 mins
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Cook Time
30 mins
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Total Time
40 mins
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Servings
4 people
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Calories
655 kcal
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Course
Main Course
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Cuisine
American
Bone in Chicken Thigh Recipe
Description
The recipe uses bone-in, skin-on chicken thighs seasoned with coarse salt, garlic powder, and black pepper. After patting dry, the thighs are seared skin side down in olive oil to render fat and create a golden crust. Then, the skillet is transferred to a preheated 425°F oven to roast, ensuring the thighs reach an internal temperature of 165°F for safe, moist meat.
The result is chicken with a crisp, flavorful skin and juicy meat inside. This technique balances pan frying and roasting, and the use of a splatterguard controls mess during searing. The chicken can be served as a main dish paired with sides that complement its savory, roasted flavor.
Cooking times may vary with different thigh sizes, so monitoring internal temperature is recommended for best results.
Ingredients
- 2 1/2 lbs. chicken thigh about 6-8, bone-in, skin-on
- 1 teaspoon kosher salt coarse
- 1 teaspoon garlic powder
- 1/2 teaspoon black pepper freshly ground
- 1-2 Tablespoons olive oil
Instructions
- Heat oven to 425°F.
- Pat the chicken thighs dry with paper towel. In a small bowl, combine the salt, garlic powder, and pepper, then sprinkle over the meat on both sides.
- In a cast-iron skillet, heat 1 to 2 tablespoons of olive oil over medium-high heat until hot. Place chicken thighs into the pan, skin side down and cover with a splatterguard. Cook without moving for 7-9 minutes so that the fat can render and the skin can get nice and crispy.
- Once the chicken releases from the pan and has a nicely browned crust on the skin, flip the chicken pieces over using tongs. Transfer the skillet with the chicken to the oven and roast for 18-20 minutes until cooked through and the internal temperature of the chicken reaches 165°F when tested with an instant read meat thermometer.
Notes
- Adjust oven roasting time based on the size of the chicken thighs to ensure they are fully cooked.
Nutrition Information
Show DetailsNutrition Facts
Serving: 4people
Amount Per Serving
Calories 655 kcal
% Daily Value*
| Calories | 655kcal | 33% |
| Carbohydrates | 1g | 0% |
| Protein | 46g | 92% |
| Fat | 51g | 78% |
| Saturated Fat | 13g | 65% |
| Polyunsaturated Fat | 10g | 59% |
| Monounsaturated Fat | 22g | 110% |
| Trans Fat | 1g | 50% |
| Cholesterol | 278mg | 93% |
| Sodium | 800mg | 33% |
| Potassium | 594mg | 13% |
| Fiber | 1g | 4% |
| Sugar | 1g | 2% |
| Vitamin A | 222IU | 4% |
| Vitamin C | 1mg | 1% |
| Calcium | 25mg | 3% |
| Iron | 2mg | 11% |
* Percent Daily Values are based on a 2,000 calorie diet.
User Reviews
Overall Rating
4.8
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