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Oven-baked chicken thighs with golden, crispy skin

Quick way to grow Perfect Baked Chicken Thighs in 20 Minutes

This recipe provides a quick and easy way to bake chicken thighs to perfection in just 20 minutes, yielding juicy and flavorful results ideal for a weeknight meal.
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Prep Time 5 minutes
Cook Time 20 minutes
Total Time 25 minutes
Servings: 4 people
Calories: 350
Ingredients Equipment Method Notes

Ingredients
  

Main Ingredients
  • 4 large chicken thighs bone-in, skin-on
  • 1 tablespoon olive oil
  • 1 teaspoon salt
  • 0.5 teaspoon black pepper
  • 1 teaspoon garlic powder
  • 1 teaspoon paprika

Equipment

  • Oven
  • Baking sheet
  • Bowl
  • Meat thermometer

Method
 

Preparation
  1. Preheat your oven to 400°F (200°C) and pat the chicken thighs dry with paper towels to ensure crispy skin.
Seasoning & Baking
  1. In a bowl, toss the chicken thighs with olive oil, salt, black pepper, garlic powder, and paprika until evenly coated.
  2. Arrange the seasoned chicken thighs in a single layer on a baking sheet and bake for 20 minutes, or until the internal temperature reaches 165°F (74°C) and the skin is golden and crispy.
Resting
  1. Remove the chicken from the oven and let it rest for 5 minutes before serving to lock in the juices.

Notes

For extra flavor, try adding a pinch of cayenne pepper or dried herbs like oregano and thyme to your seasoning mix. This recipe works best with bone-in, skin-on chicken thighs for maximum juiciness and crispy skin.