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Crispy Baked Chicken Thighs

Crispy Baked Chicken Thighs

Bone in chicken thighs seasoned with paprika and herbs, then roasted until the skin crackles.
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Prep Time 15 minutes
Cook Time 40 minutes
Total Time 55 minutes
Course Main Course
Cuisine American
Servings 4 servings
Calories 297 kcal

Equipment

  • Sheet pan
  • Meat thermometer
  • Pastry brush

Ingredients
  

Main Ingredients

  • 4 bone in skin on chicken thighs about 6 ounces each
  • 2 tbsp olive oil
  • 1 tsp salt
  • 1 tsp black pepper
  • 1 tsp garlic powder
  • 1 tsp smoked paprika
  • 1 tsp Italian seasoning
  • 1 tbsp lemon juice added after baking

Instructions
 

Cooking

  • Heat and dry. Heat the oven to 425 degrees F and pat the thighs very dry.
  • Season. Brush with oil and rub with the salt, pepper, garlic powder, paprika, and Italian seasoning.
  • Roast. Place skin side up on a sheet pan and bake 30 to 40 minutes until deep golden and at least 165 degrees F.
  • Rest. Tent with foil for 5 to 10 minutes, then add the lemon juice.

Notes

Substitutions: Use boneless thighs and shorten the bake time, or swap cumin for the Italian seasoning.
Tips: Dry the skin and check for at least 165 degrees F.
Storage: Refrigerate up to 3 days and reheat to 165 degrees F.
Keyword Chicken Thighs, crispy baked chicken thighs, Italian Seasoning, Olive Oil, Smoked Paprika