Crispy Baked Chicken Thighs
These delicious Crispy Baked Chicken Thighs are seasoned with a simple spice blend. Tender and juicy on the inside, crispy and flavourful on the outside.
Servings: 8
Calories: 585kcal
Ingredients
- 8 chicken thighs bone-in and skin-on
- 4-5 tbsp olive oil
- 3 tsp Italian seasoning
- 3 tsp garlic powder
- 3 tsp paprika
- 3 tsp oregano
- salt and pepper to taste
Instructions
- Preheat oven to 425 degrees
- Line a baking sheet with foil, and place an oven-safe rack on top of the sheet.
- Allow the chicken thighs to come to room temperature and then pat each one dry using paper towel, to remove moisture. Place chicken in a bowl.
- Place all the spices in a small bowl except the salt and pepper. Mix to combine.
- Pour the oil over the chicken that is in the bowl, and toss to coat.
- Take a piece of chicken and using your hands, rub the spice mixture over all sides of the chicken.
- Place coated chicken on rack and continue with all chicken pieces
- Sprinkle each chicken with salt and pepper if desired
- Bake the thighs for 35-40 minutes, or until the internal temperature reaches 165 in the thickest portion, not touching bone.
- When done, let chicken rest for 5 minutes before serving, to allow juices to settle.
Nutrition
Serving: 1g | Calories: 585kcal | Carbohydrates: 2g | Protein: 31g | Fat: 52g | Saturated Fat: 10g | Polyunsaturated Fat: 41g | Cholesterol: 166mg | Sodium: 265mg | Fiber: 1g