Description
Juicy, tender chicken thighs with crispy skin and aromatic spices, perfect for a weeknight dinner.
Ingredients
Scale
- 8 bone-in, skin-on chicken thighs
- 2 tablespoons olive oil
- 1 teaspoon salt
- 1/2 teaspoon black pepper
- 1 teaspoon garlic powder
- 1 teaspoon onion powder
- 1 teaspoon smoked paprika
- 1/2 teaspoon dried thyme
- 1/2 teaspoon dried oregano
- Optional: fresh parsley, chopped for garnish
Instructions
- Preheat your oven to 425°F (220°C) and line a baking sheet with aluminum foil or parchment paper.
- Pat the chicken thighs dry with paper towels and place them on the prepared baking sheet.
- In a small bowl, mix together the olive oil, salt, black pepper, garlic powder, onion powder, smoked paprika, thyme, and oregano to create a seasoning blend.
- Brush or drizzle the olive oil over the chicken thighs and sprinkle the seasoning blend evenly over each thigh.
- Bake for 35-45 minutes until the internal temperature reaches 165°F (74°C) and the skin is crispy and golden brown. Let them rest for 5 minutes before serving.
- Garnish with freshly chopped parsley if desired.
Notes
For best results, pat the chicken dry before seasoning. You can also experiment with spices according to your taste.
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 45 minutes
- Category: Main Course
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: American
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 thigh
- Calories: 290
- Sugar: 0g
- Sodium: 580mg
- Fat: 22g
- Saturated Fat: 6g
- Unsaturated Fat: 16g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 0g
- Fiber: 0g
- Protein: 22g
- Cholesterol: 100mg