Description
Easy and flavorful chicken thigh recipes for any meal. Perfect for weeknight dinners or special occasions.
Ingredients
Scale
- 4 bone-in, skin-on chicken thighs
- 1 tbsp olive oil
- 1 tsp salt
- 1/2 tsp black pepper
- 1 tsp garlic powder
- 1 tsp paprika
- 1/2 tsp dried thyme
Instructions
- Preheat oven to 400°F (200°C).
- Pat chicken thighs dry with paper towels.
- Rub thighs with olive oil.
- Mix salt, pepper, garlic powder, paprika, and thyme in a bowl.
- Coat chicken evenly with the spice mix.
- Place thighs skin-side up on a baking sheet.
- Bake for 35-40 minutes until internal temperature reaches 165°F (74°C).
- Let rest for 5 minutes before serving.
Notes
- For crispier skin, broil for the last 2-3 minutes.
- Substitute with boneless thighs if preferred—adjust cooking time to 25-30 minutes.
- Store leftovers in an airtight container for up to 3 days.
- Prep Time: 10 mins
- Cook Time: 35 mins
- Category: Main Course
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: American
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 thigh
- Calories: 290
- Sugar: 0g
- Sodium: 620mg
- Fat: 18g
- Saturated Fat: 5g
- Unsaturated Fat: 10g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 1g
- Fiber: 0g
- Protein: 28g
- Cholesterol: 115mg
Keywords: easy chicken thighs, baked chicken recipe, weeknight dinner