Crispy Baked Chicken Thighs
User Reviews
5
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Prep Time
15 mins
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Cook Time
40 mins
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Total Time
55 mins
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Servings
6 servings
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Calories
473 kcal
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Course
Main Course
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Cuisine
American
Crispy Baked Chicken Thighs
Description
Crispy Baked Chicken Thighs are prepared by generously seasoning bone-in, skin-on chicken with a mix of smoked paprika, mustard powder, Italian herbs, onion and garlic powders, brown sugar, salt, and pepper. After coating in olive oil and seasoning, the chicken is baked at a high temperature to achieve a golden, crispy skin and juicy interior. Finishing under the broiler enhances the crispiness of the skin.
The accompanying sauce combines Dijon mustards, mayonnaise, honey, minced garlic, and olive oil, delivering a creamy, tangy, and slightly sweet counterpart to the savory chicken. The flavor profile balances smoky and sweet notes with a hint of heat from mustard.
This dish is suitable for a satisfying main course served alongside roasted vegetables, rice, or salad. Garnished with chopped parsley, the chicken is visually appealing and ready to enjoy immediately after baking.
Ingredients
Chicken:
- 6-8 chicken thighs bone-in skin-on
- 2 tablespoons olive oil
Seasoning:
- 1 teaspoon salt
- 1/2 teaspoon black pepper
- 1 teaspoon Italian dried herbs
- 1 teaspoon mustard powder dry
- 1 teaspoon smoked paprika
- 2 teaspoons brown sugar
- 1 teaspoon onion powder
- 1 teaspoon garlic powder
Sauce:
- 2 tablespoons olive oil
- 2 tablespoons Dijon mustard whole-grain
- 2 tablespoons yellow mustard
- 1/3 cup mayonnaise
- 3 tablespoons honey
- 6 cloves garlic minced
Instructions
- Preheat the oven to 425 F degrees.
- Lightly grease with oil a 9x3 baking dish or a rimmed baking sheet and set aside.
- Add all the seasoning ingredients to a large bowl and mix.
- Pat dry the chicken thighs and rub with the 2 tablespoons of olive oil. Add the chicken to the bowl and toss in seasoning generously.
- Transfer to the baking sheet and bake for 35-40 minutes, or until the internal temperature reaches 165 degrees Fahrenheit and the chicken is golden and crispy.
- Broil at the end for 2-3 minutes.
- In a medium bowl mix all the sauce ingredients.
- Serve the chicken thighs with sauce on the side and garnish with chopped parsley.
Nutrition Information
Show DetailsNutrition Facts
Serving: 6servings
Amount Per Serving
Calories 473 kcal
% Daily Value*
| Calories | 473kcal | 24% |
| Carbohydrates | 12g | 4% |
| Protein | 19g | 38% |
| Fat | 39g | 60% |
| Saturated Fat | 8g | 40% |
| Cholesterol | 116mg | 39% |
| Sodium | 669mg | 28% |
| Potassium | 259mg | 6% |
| Fiber | 1g | 4% |
| Sugar | 10g | 20% |
| Vitamin A | 252IU | 5% |
| Calcium | 15mg | 2% |
| Iron | 1mg | 6% |
* Percent Daily Values are based on a 2,000 calorie diet.
User Reviews
Overall Rating
5
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