Here’s a flavorful, no-fuss way to make Juicy Baked Chicken Thighs 🍗✨
Crispy Oven-Baked Chicken Thighs
Ingredients (serves 3–4)
- 6–8 bone-in, skin-on chicken thighs
- 2 tbsp olive oil
- 1 tsp paprika (or smoked paprika)
- 1 tsp garlic powder
- 1 tsp onion powder
- ½ tsp dried thyme or rosemary
- Salt & black pepper, to taste
- Optional: pinch of chili flakes or lemon zest
Instructions
- Preheat oven to 425°F (220°C).
- Prep chicken: Pat thighs dry with paper towels (this helps crisp the skin).
- Season: Rub chicken with olive oil, then sprinkle evenly with all seasonings.
- Bake: Place thighs skin-side up on a rack over a baking sheet (or directly in a lightly greased pan).
- Bake 35–45 minutes, until skin is crispy and internal temp reaches 165°F (74°C).
- Rest for 5 minutes before serving.
Easy Variations
- Garlic herb: Add fresh minced garlic and chopped rosemary
- Honey mustard: Brush with honey + Dijon in the last 10 minutes
- BBQ style: Brush with BBQ sauce and broil 3–5 minutes at the end
- Mediterranean: Add lemon slices, olives, and oregano
If you want, I can tailor this to a sheet-pan meal, air fryer, or boneless/skinless version.
