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Perfect Crispy Baked Chicken Thighs With Garlic and Herbs

These easy baked chicken thighs, seasoned with aromatic garlic and herbs, take just 30 minutes to bake in the oven for a quick and delicious weeknight meal that pairs beautifully with almost any side dish.
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Prep Time 5 minutes
Cook Time 30 minutes
Total Time 35 minutes
Servings: 4 servings
Course: Dinner
Cuisine: American
Calories: 162
Ingredients Method Nutrition

Ingredients
  

  • 4 bone-in skin-on chicken thighs (about 1.5-2 pounds)
  • 2 tablespoons olive oil
  • 2 teaspoons garlic powder
  • 1 teaspoon onion powder
  • 1 teaspoon dried thyme
  • 1 teaspoon paprika
  • ½ teaspoon salt or to taste
  • ¼ teaspoon black pepper
  • Optional: lemon wedges for serving

Method
 

  1. Preheat your oven to 375°F (190°C). Line a baking sheet with foil or parchment paper and place a rack on top for optimal air circulation.
  2. Pat the chicken thighs dry with paper towels. This step is crucial for achieving crispy skin!
  3. In a small bowl, combine the garlic powder, onion powder, dried thyme, paprika, salt, and pepper.
  4. Brush each chicken thigh with olive oil, then sprinkle generously with the seasoning mixture on both sides. Make sure to get some seasoning under the skin for extra flavor.
  5. Arrange the chicken thighs on the rack, skin side up, leaving a little space between each piece.
  6. Bake in the preheated oven for approximately 30 minutes, or until the internal temperature reaches 165°F (74°C) and the skin is golden and crispy.
  7. For extra crispiness, broil for the final 2-3 minutes, watching carefully to prevent burning.
  8. Remove from the oven and let rest for 5 minutes before serving to allow the juices to redistribute.

Nutrition

Calories: 162kcalCarbohydrates: 3gProtein: 20gFat: 8gSaturated Fat: 2gCholesterol: 69mgSodium: 58mgSugar: 1g
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