Oven Baked Chicken Thighs: Easy Recipe for Juicy Flavor
Learn how to make perfectly juicy oven baked chicken thighs with this easy recipe that is full of flavor.
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 30 minutes
- Total Time: 40 minutes
- Yield: 4 servings
- Category: Main Dish
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: American
- Diet: Gluten-Free
Ingredients
Scale
- 4 chicken thighs
- 2 tablespoons olive oil
- 1 teaspoon garlic powder
- 1 teaspoon onion powder
- 1 teaspoon smoked paprika
- 1 teaspoon salt
- 1/2 teaspoon black pepper
- 1 tablespoon fresh parsley, chopped
Instructions
- Preheat the oven to 425°F (220°C).
- Pat the chicken thighs dry with paper towels.
- In a bowl, mix olive oil, garlic powder, onion powder, smoked paprika, salt, and black pepper.
- Rub the mixture over the chicken thighs, making sure they are evenly coated.
- Place the chicken thighs skin side up on a baking sheet.
- Bake in the preheated oven for 25-30 minutes or until the internal temperature reaches 165°F (75°C).
- Garnish with fresh parsley before serving.
Notes
- For extra flavor, marinate the chicken in the spice mixture for a few hours before baking.
- Serve with your favorite side dishes like mashed potatoes or a fresh salad.
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 chicken thigh
- Calories: 250
- Sugar: 0g
- Sodium: 500mg
- Fat: 18g
- Saturated Fat: 5g
- Unsaturated Fat: 10g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 0g
- Fiber: 0g
- Protein: 22g
- Cholesterol: 100mg