Baked Chicken Thighs Recipe
Crispy and flavorful baked chicken thighs seasoned with a blend of paprika, garlic powder, and herbs, cooked to juicy perfection in the oven and finished under the broiler for extra crispy skin.
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 40 minutes
- Total Time: 50 minutes
- Yield: 6 servings 1x
- Category: Main Dish
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: American
Ingredients
Scale
Chicken Thighs
- 6 bone-in skin-on chicken thighs (approximately 6 ounces each)
Seasoning and Oil
- 2 tablespoons olive oil
- ½ teaspoon paprika (or ¼ teaspoon each sweet paprika and smoked paprika)
- ½ teaspoon garlic powder
- ¾ teaspoon salt
- ¼ teaspoon black pepper
- ¼ teaspoon dried thyme leaves (or dried rosemary or basil)
Instructions
- Preheat Oven: Preheat the oven to 425°F (220°C). Line a rimmed baking pan with foil and place a baking rack on top to allow air circulation around the chicken for even cooking.
- Prepare Chicken: Pat the chicken thighs dry with a paper towel, especially the skin, to remove excess moisture. This helps achieve a crispier skin when baked.
- Season Chicken: Drizzle the chicken thighs with olive oil and sprinkle the paprika, garlic powder, salt, black pepper, and dried thyme evenly over them. Rub the seasonings and oil thoroughly into the skin for full flavor penetration.
- Bake Chicken: Arrange the chicken thighs skin side up on the prepared rack. Bake uncovered in the preheated oven for 35-40 minutes, or until the internal temperature reaches 165°F (74°C) measured with a meat thermometer.
- Crisp the Skin: If the skin isn’t crispy enough after baking, turn the oven broiler to high and broil the chicken for an additional 2-3 minutes, keeping a close watch to prevent burning. Remove from oven and let rest briefly before serving.
Notes
- Using a rack allows fat to drip away and promotes even cooking and crispiness.
- Drying the skin is essential for a crispy finish.
- Substitute dried thyme with rosemary or basil based on preference.
- Ensure internal temperature reaches 165°F for safe consumption.
- Broiling time may vary based on broiler intensity; watch carefully to avoid burning.
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