Oven Baked Boneless Chicken Thighs
Boneless chicken thighs are rubbed with paprika and garlic powder and baked until golden.
Equipment
- Rimmed Baking Sheet
- Foil
- Small mixing bowl
- Meat thermometer
Ingredients
Main Ingredients
- 4 boneless skinless chicken thighs about 1 1/4 pounds
- 2 tbsp olive oil canola or avocado oil also works
- 1 tsp salt
- ½ tsp black pepper freshly ground
- 1 tsp garlic powder
- 1 tsp paprika smoked paprika also works
Instructions
Cooking
- Heat. Heat the oven to 400 degrees F and line a baking sheet with foil.
- Season. Pat the chicken dry, then coat it with the oil and spice mixture.
- Bake. Bake in a single layer for 25 minutes until it reaches 165 degrees F.
- Rest. Rest for 5 minutes and spoon pan juices over the top.
Notes
Substitutions: Use smoked paprika for a deeper flavor or onion powder in place of garlic powder.
Tips: Do not rinse raw chicken, and do not crowd the pan.
Storage: Refrigerate for up to 4 days or freeze for up to 3 months.
Nutrition does not include pan juices.