Crispy Baked Chicken Thighs

crispy baked chicken thighs on sheet pan.

Crispy skin, juicy meat, and so easy! This chicken thigh recipe is a weeknight favorite in our house.

Crispy skin, juicy meat, and so easy! This chicken thigh recipe is a weeknight favorite in our house.

Yield 4 servings
Prep Time 5 minutes
Cook Time 35 minutes
Total Time 40 minutes

Ingredients

  • 3 pounds bone-in chicken thighs
  • 2 tablespoons avocado oil
  • 1 teaspoon paprika
  • 1 teaspoon garlic powder
  • 1 teaspoon onion powder
  • 1 teaspoon salt
  • ½ teaspoon cracked pepper
  • 1 teaspoon chopped parsley

Instructions

  1. Preheat oven to 400 degrees. Spray a baking sheet with non-stick spray.
  2. Add all of the ingredients except for the parsley to a large zip top bag and seal. Smush the chicken around in the bag to coat in the seasoning.
  3. Arrange chicken on the baking sheet and bake for 35-45 minutes or until a thermometer reads 165 degrees.
  4. Sprinkle chicken with parsley just before serving.

Notes

There are generally about 8 chicken thighs in 3 pounds of chicken. We count on 2 chicken thighs per person when serving.

It's easy to mix up the seasonings. Use your favorite spice blend or create your own. We like this basic mix for a simple, classic flavor.

The cook time will vary based on the size of the chicken thighs. We find it best to use a meat thermometer to check for doneness. It should read 165 degrees in the thickest part of the thigh without touching the bone.

Nutrition Information:

Yield: 4 Serving Size: 2 chicken thighs
Amount Per Serving: Calories: 796Total Fat: 54gSaturated Fat: 15gTrans Fat: 0gUnsaturated Fat: 39gCholesterol: 435mgSodium: 1122mgCarbohydrates: 2gNet Carbohydrates: 2gFiber: 0gSugar: 0gProtein: 80g

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