Juicy Oven-Roasted Chicken Thighs
Savor the succulence of oven-roasted chicken thighs, where juicy tenderness meets crispy perfection. This easy recipe combines simple ingredients to create a flavor-packed dish that’s perfect for any occasion. Whether you’re serving family or friends, these chicken thighs will have everyone asking for seconds!
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 40 minutes
- Total Time: 50 minutes
- Yield: Serves 4
- Category: Main
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: American
Ingredients
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- 4 bone-in, skin-on chicken thighs
- 2 tbsp olive oil
- 1 tsp garlic powder
- 1 tsp smoked paprika
- 1 tsp salt
- ½ tsp black pepper
- 1 tbsp chopped rosemary or thyme (optional)
Instructions
- Preheat the oven to 425°F (220°C) and line a baking sheet with parchment paper.
- In a large bowl, coat chicken thighs with olive oil and season generously with garlic powder, smoked paprika, salt, and pepper. Massage spices into the meat.
- Arrange seasoned thighs skin-side up on the baking sheet, ensuring space between each piece.
- Roast in the preheated oven for 35-40 minutes until golden brown and juices run clear.
- Rest for 5-10 minutes before serving to keep the meat juicy.
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 chicken thigh (approximately 150g)
- Calories: 320
- Sugar: 0g
- Sodium: 570mg
- Fat: 20g
- Saturated Fat: 6g
- Unsaturated Fat: 12g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 1g
- Fiber: 0g
- Protein: 30g
- Cholesterol: 120mg