Baked Chicken Thighs
A simple yet flavorful baked chicken thighs recipe that’s perfect for family gatherings or weeknight dinners.
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 40 minutes
- Total Time: 50 minutes
- Yield: 4 servings 1x
- Category: Main Course
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: American
- Diet: Paleo
Ingredients
Scale
- 4 chicken thighs
- 2 tablespoons olive oil
- 1 teaspoon salt
- 1 teaspoon black pepper
- 1 teaspoon garlic powder
- 1 teaspoon paprika
- 1 teaspoon fresh herbs (e.g., thyme or rosemary)
Instructions
- Preheat your oven to 400°F (200°C).
- Mix together the olive oil, salt, black pepper, garlic powder, paprika, and fresh herbs.
- Rub the prepared seasoning mixture all over the chicken thighs.
- Place the seasoned chicken thighs on a baking sheet.
- Bake the chicken thighs for 35-40 minutes, until the internal temperature reaches 165°F (75°C).
- Let the chicken rest for a few minutes before serving.
Notes
For extra crispiness, broil the chicken thighs during the last few minutes of baking. Marinate the chicken thighs for a few hours or overnight for enhanced flavor.
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 serving
- Calories: 300
- Sugar: 0g
- Sodium: 400mg
- Fat: 21g
- Saturated Fat: 4g
- Unsaturated Fat: 12g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 1g
- Fiber: 0g
- Protein: 24g
- Cholesterol: 85mg
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