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How to Cook Frozen Chicken Thighs
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How to Cook Frozen Chicken Thighs

This method for cooking frozen chicken thighs involves seasoning them with olive oil, salt, black pepper, and paprika spices before baking at 180°C (360°F). The chicken is cooked on a foil-lined tray skin side up until fully done, ensuring safety by checking for no pink inside and reaching an internal temperature of 74°C (165°F).

Prep Time
5 mins
Cook Time
55 mins
Total Time
1 hr
Servings: 4
Calories: 648 kcal
Course: Main Course
Cuisine: American

Ingredients

  • 8 chicken thighs
  • 3 tablespoons olive oil
  • 1 teaspoon salt fine sea salt
  • ¼ teaspoon black pepper ground
  • ½ teaspoon paprika sweet
  • ½ teaspoon smoked paprika sweet or hot to taste (Note 1)

Instructions

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  1. Preheat the oven to 180 degrees Celsius/ 360 degrees Fahrenheit. Line a baking tray with aluminum foil. Let the meat stand on the counter while you preheat the oven.
  2. Mix oil and spices in a small bowl.
  3. Rub: Place chicken parts on the tray. Pour the spice mixture over them and rub them well with the hands until completely coated. Arrange in a single layer and skin side up on the tray.
  4. Bake for 50-60 minutes or until cooked through. Make sure to check; there is no red or pink allowed. The best way to check is with a digital meat thermometer; the internal temperature of the chicken should be 74 degrees Celsius/ 165 degrees Fahrenheit.

Notes

  • You can substitute other spices or spice mixes for the seasoning blend.
  • Allow about 50% longer cooking time compared to thawed chicken.
  • Always confirm doneness by checking the internal temperature is 74°C (165°F) and there is no pink meat.

Nutrition Information

Serving 2thighs Calories 648kcal (32%) Carbohydrates 1g (0%) Protein 61g (122%) Fat 46g (71%) Saturated Fat 12g (60%) Polyunsaturated Fat 34g (200%) Cholesterol 333mg (111%) Sodium 982mg (41%)

Nutrition Facts

Serving: 4 Serving

Amount Per Serving

Calories 648

% Daily Value*

Serving 2thighs
Calories 648kcal 32%
Carbohydrates 1g 0%
Protein 61g 122%
Fat 46g 71%
Saturated Fat 12g 60%
Polyunsaturated Fat 34g 200%
Cholesterol 333mg 111%
Sodium 982mg 41%

* Percent Daily Values are based on a 2,000 calorie diet.