Description
Delicious oven-baked chicken thighs coated in ranch seasoning for a crispy exterior and juicy interior, perfect for busy weeknights.
Ingredients
Scale
- 4 chicken thighs
- 1 packet ranch seasoning mix
- 2 tablespoons olive oil
- Salt and pepper to taste
- 1 teaspoon garlic powder
- 1 teaspoon onion powder
- Fresh parsley for garnish (optional)
Instructions
- Preheat the oven to 400°F (200°C).
- Mix together the ranch seasoning, garlic powder, onion powder, salt, and pepper in a bowl.
- Rub the olive oil over the chicken thighs, coating them thoroughly.
- Coat the chicken thighs evenly with the seasoning mixture.
- Place the seasoned chicken thighs in a baking dish and bake for 35-40 minutes until the internal temperature reaches 165°F (75°C).
- Garnish with fresh parsley if desired before serving.
Notes
For extra crispiness, broil the chicken thighs for the last 2-3 minutes. Use skin-on thighs for added flavor, and always let them rest for 5 minutes before serving.
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 40 minutes
- Category: Main Course
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: American
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 serving
- Calories: 350
- Sugar: 0g
- Sodium: 800mg
- Fat: 27g
- Saturated Fat: 7g
- Unsaturated Fat: 20g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 1g
- Fiber: 0g
- Protein: 25g
- Cholesterol: 82mg