Zesty Baked Chicken Thighs
User Reviews
3.8
36 reviews
Good
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Prep Time
10 mins
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Cook Time
10 mins
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Total Time
40 mins
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Servings
8
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Calories
344 kcal
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Course
Main Course
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Cuisine
American
Zesty Baked Chicken Thighs
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The zippy, flavorful dry rub for these crispy, moist baked chicken thighs will have you licking your fingers after every bite. They're sweet, savory, spicy and absolutely delectable. Ready to eat in about 40 minutes and perfect for a busy weeknight dinner.
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Ingredients
FOR THE SPICE RUB:
- 1 tablespoon brown sugar
- 1 ½ teaspoons Diamond kosher salt or 1 teaspoon Morton's kosher salt
- 1 teaspoon dried oregano
- 1 teaspoon dried mustard
- ¾ teaspoon smoked paprika
- ½ teaspoon onion powder
- ½ teaspoon garlic powder
- ½ teaspoon black pepper preferably fresh ground
- ¼ teaspoon crushed red pepper flakes
FOR THE BAKED CHICKEN THIGHS:
- 8 bone-in, skin-on chicken thighs
- 4 teaspoons olive oil
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Instructions
HEAT THE OVEN AND PREPARE THE BAKING SHEET:
- Position the baking rack to the center of the oven. Preheat the oven to 400°F.
- Line a rimmed baking sheet with tin foil and rest a large wire rack over the top of the sheet pan. Spray the rack with non-stick vegetable spray (to make clean up easier). Set aside.
MAKE THE SPICE RUB:
- In a small bowl combine the brown sugar, kosher salt, oregano, mustard, smoked paprika, onion powder, garlic powder, black pepper, crushed red pepper flakes and whisk to combine.
- If there are clumps of brown sugar or other spice, rub them between your fingers to separate the clumps. Set aside.
PREPARE THE CHICKEN THIGHS:
- Trim the chicken thighs of any excess fat or skin. Pat the chicken dry with paper towels.
- Divide the olive oil between the chicken thighs and rub to coat.
- Sprinkle the dry rub over the chicken thighs on both sides and gently pat so the rub adheres to the chicken.
- Transfer the thighs to the wire rack and bake for 28 to 35 minutes or until an instant read thermometer registers 165°F when stuck into the center of the flesh (without touching the bone).
- Let the chicken rest for about 5 minutes for the juices to redistribute throughout the meat and enjoy.
Notes
- Note: Cooking times will vary depending on the size of your chicken pieces. Use an instant read thermometer to make sure you reach the food-safe temperature for chicken (165° F).
Nutrition Information
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Calories
344kcal
(17%)
Carbohydrates
3g
(1%)
Protein
24g
(48%)
Fat
26g
(40%)
Saturated Fat
7g
(35%)
Polyunsaturated Fat
5g
Monounsaturated Fat
11g
Trans Fat
1g
Cholesterol
142mg
(47%)
Sodium
549mg
(23%)
Potassium
314mg
(9%)
Fiber
1g
(4%)
Sugar
2g
(4%)
Vitamin A
229IU
(5%)
Vitamin C
1mg
(1%)
Calcium
20mg
(2%)
Iron
1mg
(6%)
Nutrition Facts
Serving: 8Serving
Amount Per Serving
Calories 344 kcal
% Daily Value*
| Calories | 344kcal | 17% |
| Carbohydrates | 3g | 1% |
| Protein | 24g | 48% |
| Fat | 26g | 40% |
| Saturated Fat | 7g | 35% |
| Polyunsaturated Fat | 5g | 29% |
| Monounsaturated Fat | 11g | 55% |
| Trans Fat | 1g | 50% |
| Cholesterol | 142mg | 47% |
| Sodium | 549mg | 23% |
| Potassium | 314mg | 7% |
| Fiber | 1g | 4% |
| Sugar | 2g | 4% |
| Vitamin A | 229IU | 5% |
| Vitamin C | 1mg | 1% |
| Calcium | 20mg | 2% |
| Iron | 1mg | 6% |
* Percent Daily Values are based on a 2,000 calorie diet.
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