Ingredients
– 3 pounds (about 6-8 pieces) chicken thighs
– 2 tablespoons olive oil
– 2 teaspoons salt
– 2 teaspoons pepper
– 2 teaspoons garlic powder
– 2 teaspoons onion powder
– 2 teaspoons Italian seasoning
– 1 teaspoon paprika
– 1 teaspoon optional additional seasoning
Instructions
1-Preheat the oven to 400 degrees Fahrenheit and line a large baking sheet with foil for easy cleanup.
2-Pat the chicken thighs dry with paper towels to remove moisture, which helps get that crispy skin we all want.
3-Arrange the chicken thighs on the prepared baking sheet and drizzle them with 2 tablespoons of olive oil, rubbing it on evenly for great flavor.
4-In a small bowl, combine 2 teaspoons salt, 2 teaspoons pepper, 2 teaspoons garlic powder, 2 teaspoons onion powder, 2 teaspoons Italian seasoning, and 1 teaspoon paprika.
5-Sprinkle the spice mixture evenly over the chicken thighs to coat them well.
6-Bake in the oven for 35 to 45 minutes without flipping, until the internal temperature hits 165 degrees Fahrenheit and the skin turns crispy.
7-For tweaks, swap in tofu for a vegan option and adjust cook time, or use skinless thighs for a quicker, leaner result.
Last Step:
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🔥 Patting chicken dry before seasoning helps achieve crispy skin.
🍳 Use a rimmed baking sheet to catch juices and avoid oven spills.
🍗 Bone-in, skin-on thighs provide the best flavor and texture, though boneless skinless thighs can be used with slightly less cooking time.
- Prep Time: 5 minutes
- Cook Time: 35 minutes
- Category: Main Dish
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: American
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 chicken thigh
- Calories: 410 kcal
- Sodium: 713 mg
- Fat: 31 g
- Saturated Fat: 8 g
- Carbohydrates: 2 g
- Protein: 27 g
- Cholesterol: 166 mg