Oven Baked Chicken Thighs
These Oven Baked Chicken Thighs are crispy on the outside and juicy on the inside, making them a perfect easy dish for busy weeknights or family dinners.
Ingredients
For the chicken
- 2 tablespoons olive oil
- 2 teaspoons garlic powder
- 2 teaspoons onion powder
- 1 teaspoon ground paprika
- 1 teaspoon Italian seasoning
- 1 teaspoon dried parsley
- 2 teaspoons salt
- ½ teaspoon black pepper
- 2 pounds chicken thighs (6-8 pieces, patted dry)
- 1 tablespoon butter (diced)
Instructions
Preparation
- Preheat your oven to 400°F. Line a rimmed baking sheet or a large rimmed pan with foil, and place it in the oven as it heats up.
Seasoning
- In a large bowl, combine the olive oil with all the seasoning until a paste forms.
- Add the chicken thighs to the bowl with the seasoning. Toss the chicken to coat it evenly and rub the seasoning into the skin.
Cooking
- Carefully place the chicken thighs on the hot pan and dot them with small pieces of butter.
- Bake in the oven for 20 minutes.
- After 20 minutes, remove the pan and baste the chicken with the juices that have collected.
- Return the pan to the oven and bake for another 10 minutes, then baste again.
- Finish baking for 5 to 15 more minutes, until the chicken reaches an internal temperature of 165°F.
Notes
If you have leftovers, store the chicken in an airtight container in the refrigerator for 3 to 4 days. You can reheat using the oven or microwave. Pat the thighs dry before seasoning for extra crispiness. Using a meat thermometer can help achieve perfect results.