Southern Baked Chicken Thighs
A satisfying and crispy dish showcasing flavorful chicken thighs, perfect for an uncomplicated weeknight dinner.
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 40 minutes
- Total Time: 50 minutes
- Yield: 4 servings 1x
- Category: Main Course
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: Southern
- Diet: None
Ingredients
Scale
- 4 chicken thighs
- 2 tablespoons olive oil
- 1 teaspoon paprika
- 1 teaspoon garlic powder
- 1 teaspoon onion powder
- 1 teaspoon salt
- 1/2 teaspoon pepper
- 1/2 teaspoon dried thyme
- 1/2 teaspoon dried oregano
Instructions
- Preheat the oven to 425°F (220°C).
- In a small bowl, mix together paprika, garlic powder, onion powder, salt, pepper, thyme, and oregano.
- Pat the chicken thighs dry using paper towels.
- Rub the olive oil all over the chicken thighs, then sprinkle the seasoning blend evenly over the chicken.
- Place the chicken thighs on a baking sheet, skin side up, and bake for about 35-40 minutes, or until the chicken is cooked through and the skin is crispy.
Notes
Use fresh or organic chicken thighs for better flavor. Customize the seasoning blend to suit your palate.
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 serving
- Calories: 400
- Sugar: 0g
- Sodium: 500mg
- Fat: 22g
- Saturated Fat: 6g
- Unsaturated Fat: 10g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 2g
- Fiber: 0g
- Protein: 36g
- Cholesterol: 90mg