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How to Cook THE BEST Chicken Thighs

With crackling crisp skin and juicy bits of chicken morsels in every bite, this is about to become your favorite base for every chicken thighs recipe you'll ever make.

Prep Time
5 mins
Cook Time
5 mins
Total Time
35 mins
Servings: 5
Calories: 366 kcal
Course: Main Course
Cuisine: American

Ingredients

  • 5 bone-in, skin-on chicken thighs
  • kosher salt
  • freshly ground black pepper
  • 2 tablespoons canola oil

Instructions

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  1. Preheat the oven to 400°F. Trim any loose hanging pieces of skin or extra fat from the chicken thighs. Generously season both sides of the chicken thighs with kosher salt and freshly ground black pepper.
  2. Add the oil to a large cast-iron skillet or heavy bottom pan so it evenly coats the bottom. Place the seasoned chicken thighs skin side down in the skillet. Turn the heat to medium-high and cook the chicken thighs undisturbed for 10-12 minutes or until the chicken releases easily from the skillet and becomes golden brown. Flip the chicken to the other side and cook for another 4-5 minutes. Turn the chicken back to skin side up, then transfer the skillet to the oven. (Or, for less oil pops in the oven, transfer to a baking sheet lined with wire rack.)
  3. Bake until the internal temperature reaches 165°F, about 10 minutes. Remove the chicken thighs from the oven and transfer to a baking sheet lined with a wire rack or a plate to rest before slicing so the juices redistribute through the meat.

Nutrition Information

Calories 366kcal (18%) Carbohydrates 1g (0%) Protein 23g (46%) Fat 30g (46%) Saturated Fat 7g (35%) Trans Fat 1g Cholesterol 142mg (47%) Sodium 111mg (5%) Potassium 296mg (8%) Vitamin A 113IU (2%) Calcium 12mg (1%) Iron 1mg (6%)

Nutrition Facts

Serving: 5Serving

Amount Per Serving

Calories 366

% Daily Value*

Calories 366kcal 18%
Carbohydrates 1g 0%
Protein 23g 46%
Fat 30g 46%
Saturated Fat 7g 35%
Trans Fat 1g 50%
Cholesterol 142mg 47%
Sodium 111mg 5%
Potassium 296mg 6%
Vitamin A 113IU 2%
Calcium 12mg 1%
Iron 1mg 6%

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