Easy Baked Chicken Thighs: Juicy Flavor You’ll Love at Home
Enjoy this simple and delicious recipe for easy baked chicken thighs that guarantees juicy and flavorful results every time.
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 40 minutes
- Total Time: 50 minutes
- Yield: 4 servings 1x
- Category: Main Dish
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: American
- Diet: Gluten-Free
Ingredients
Scale
- 4 chicken thighs
- 2 tablespoons olive oil
- 1 teaspoon garlic powder
- 1 teaspoon onion powder
- 1 teaspoon smoked paprika
- 1 teaspoon salt
- 1/2 teaspoon black pepper
Instructions
- Preheat your oven to 400°F (200°C).
- In a large bowl, combine olive oil, garlic powder, onion powder, smoked paprika, salt, and black pepper.
- Add the chicken thighs and coat them thoroughly with the seasoning mixture.
- Place the chicken thighs skin-side up in a baking dish.
- Bake for 35-40 minutes or until the internal temperature reaches 165°F (75°C).
- Let the chicken rest for 5 minutes before serving.
Notes
- For extra flavor, marinate the chicken thighs for a few hours before baking.
- Serve with your favorite sides for a complete meal.
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 chicken thigh
- Calories: 250
- Sugar: 0 g
- Sodium: 600 mg
- Fat: 14 g
- Saturated Fat: 4 g
- Unsaturated Fat: 8 g
- Trans Fat: 0 g
- Carbohydrates: 0 g
- Fiber: 0 g
- Protein: 26 g
- Cholesterol: 110 mg
Keywords: Easy Baked Chicken Thighs, Simple Chicken Recipe, Juicy Chicken