Crispy Oven-Baked Bone-In Chicken Thighs
Juicy chicken thighs with perfectly crispy skin, easy to make and full of flavor.
- 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 bone-in, skin-on chicken thighs (about 1.5 lbs)
- 2 tablespoons olive oil
- 2 teaspoons garlic powder
- 1 teaspoon paprika (smoked or sweet)
- 1 teaspoon salt
- ½ teaspoon black pepper
- Fresh herbs (optional, such as rosemary or thyme)
Instructions
- Preheat your oven to 425°F (220°C).
- Pat the chicken thighs dry with paper towels.
- Generously season both sides of the chicken with salt, black pepper, garlic powder, and paprika.
- Place the seasoned thighs in a baking dish. Drizzle with olive oil and rub it evenly over the chicken.
- Bake in the oven for 35-40 minutes until internal temperature reaches 165°F (74°C) and the skin is golden brown.
- For extra crispiness, broil on high for an additional 3-5 minutes.
- Let the chicken rest for 5-10 minutes before serving.
Notes
Store leftovers in an airtight container for 3-4 days. Reheat in the oven to maintain crispiness.
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 thigh
- Calories: 380
- Sugar: 0g
- Sodium: 600mg
- Fat: 22g
- Saturated Fat: 6g
- Unsaturated Fat: 14g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 0g
- Fiber: 0g
- Protein: 30g
- Cholesterol: 100mg