Oven Baked Chicken Thighs
Juicy and flavorful oven-baked chicken thighs, perfect for weeknight dinners or family gatherings.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 35 minutes
- Total Time: 50 minutes
- Yield: 4 servings 1x
- Category: Main Course
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: American
- Diet: Paleo
Ingredients
Scale
- 6 chicken thighs
- 2 tablespoons olive oil
- 1 teaspoon garlic powder
- 1 teaspoon onion powder
- 1 teaspoon paprika
- Salt and pepper to taste
- Fresh herbs for garnish (optional)
Instructions
- Preheat the oven to 425°F (220°C).
- In a bowl, mix together olive oil, garlic powder, onion powder, paprika, salt, and pepper.
- Coat the chicken thighs with the mixture, ensuring they are well covered.
- Place the chicken thighs skin-side up on a baking sheet.
- Bake in the preheated oven for 30-35 minutes, or until the internal temperature reaches 165°F (74°C).
Notes
For best results, pat the chicken dry before seasoning and consider marinating overnight for enhanced flavor.
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 serving
- Calories: 350
- Sugar: 0g
- Sodium: 450mg
- Fat: 22g
- Saturated Fat: 5g
- Unsaturated Fat: 15g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 2g
- Fiber: 0g
- Protein: 28g
- Cholesterol: 120mg