Description
Oven Baked Chicken Thighs are a family favorite that combines juicy, tender meat with perfectly crispy skin. This easy-to-make dish is seasoned with garlic powder and smoked paprika, delivering a flavorful explosion in every bite. Ideal for busy weeknights, it pairs beautifully with various sides, making dinner both simple and satisfying. Enjoy the comfort of home-cooked goodness that will leave everyone asking for seconds!
Ingredients
Scale
- 4 bone-in chicken thighs (approximately 1.5 lbs)
- 2 tbsp olive oil
- 2 tsp garlic powder
- 1 tsp smoked paprika
- 1 tsp salt
- 1/2 tsp black pepper
Instructions
- Preheat your oven to 425°F (220°C).
- Pat the chicken thighs dry with paper towels and place them in a large bowl.
- Drizzle olive oil over the thighs and sprinkle with garlic powder, smoked paprika, salt, and pepper. Toss well to coat evenly.
- Arrange the chicken thighs skin-side up on a parchment-lined baking sheet.
- Bake for 35-40 minutes or until the skin is golden brown and an internal thermometer reads 165°F (75°C).
- Let the chicken rest for about five minutes before serving.
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 40 minutes
- Category: Main
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: American
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 thigh (about 150g)
- Calories: 300
- Sugar: 0g
- Sodium: 600mg
- Fat: 20g
- Saturated Fat: 5g
- Unsaturated Fat: 15g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 0g
- Fiber: 0g
- Protein: 28g
- Cholesterol: 130mg