Baked Bone-In Chicken Thighs

bone-in chicken thighs on a plate with fresh thyme

Baked Bone-In Chicken Thighs

Course: Main Course

Cuisine: American

Keyword: bone in chicken thighs

Prep Time: 10

Cook Time: 40

Total Time: 50

Servings:

Calories: 323kcal

Author: Megan Gilmore

If you need a show-stopping protein for your next meal, these baked chicken thighs will do the trick. The skin becomes shatter-crisp in the oven (thanks to a secret ingredient), and there's less than 10 minutes of prep before they bake. The seasoning is unbelievably perfect, and best of all, you don't have to marinate the chicken to get a flavorful result!

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Ingredients

1 teaspoon baking powder
1 teaspoon fine sea salt
½ teaspoon garlic powder
½ teaspoon smoked paprika
¼ teaspoon ground black pepper
1.5 to 2 pounds bone-in chicken thighs (with skin on)
1 tablespoon olive oil

Instructions

Preheat the oven to 425ºF and arrange a wire rack in a rimmed baking sheet. I use a set that came together, though many wire cooling racks will fit perfectly into a half-sheet pan. In a small bowl, combine the baking powder, salt, garlic powder, smoked paprika, and black pepper. Stir well to create a fast chicken seasoning.
Drizzle the chicken thighs with olive oil in a large bowl. Gently toss them with your hands until evenly coated, then sprinkle the seasoning over the top. Toss them again, making sure the coating is evenly sprinkled on all sides.
Arrange the seasoned chicken thighs on the wire rack in the rimmed baking sheet. Using a rimmed baking sheet is important so that no juices spill into your oven as the chicken cooks. Place the pan in the oven and bake for 35 to 40 minutes, or until the chicken is golden and crispy.
When the timer goes off, use an instant-read thermometer to test the internal temperature of the largest chicken thigh. It should reach above 165ºF when it's done cooking; it's likely to be closer to 175ºF, which is perfect for bone-in chicken. Let the chicken cool for 10 minutes to allow the juices to distribute evenly, then serve warm with your favorite sides.

Notes

Nutrition information is for 1 chicken thigh, assuming you cook 5 of them that are approximately 6 ounces each. This will vary slightly each time. Nutrition information is automatically calculated using an online database, so it's just an estimate, not a guarantee.

Storage Tip: Leftover chicken thighs can be stored in an airtight container in the fridge for up to 3 days. Reheat them in an air fryer for 5 to 8 minutes, until the center feels warm again.

Chicken Thighs Note: This seasoning blend should work for 5 to 6 bone-in chicken thighs. Make sure you rub the seasoning in well so it doesn't look powdery before baking. (I noticed the areas that don't get rubbed in as well can blacken while baking.)

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