Juicy Baked Chicken Thighs are easy to make and the most delicious oven-baked chicken thighs ever! They're coated in pantry-staple spices and baked until crispy on the outside and unbelievably juicy inside. With a few simple tips, this baked chicken thighs recipe turns out perfect every single time.
Ingredients
2tablespoonspaprika
1tablespoonEACH: onion powder and garlic powder
1teaspoonEACH: chili powder, oregano, salt, and pepper
2tablespoonsolive oil
3lbbone-in chicken thighs
Instructions
Preheat your oven to 425 degrees. For easier cleanup, line a baking sheet with parchment paper.
Mix the paprika, onion powder, garlic powder, chili powder, oregano, salt, and pepper in a small bowl.
2 tablespoons paprika, 1 tablespoon EACH: onion powder and garlic powder, 1 teaspoon EACH: chili powder, oregano, salt, and pepper
Drizzle the olive oil over the chicken thighs then sprinkle the thighs with the spices. If you're not planning on eating the skin, sprinkle the spices under the skin. (see notes)
Place the chicken thighs on the baking sheet and bake for 35-40 minutes, or until the internal temperature reaches 165 degrees Fahrenheit. (see notes)
Notes
If you leave the skin on the chicken while it's cooking, it will stay the juiciest. If you'd rather not eat the skin, simply sprinkle the spices under the skin. That way when you remove the skin after baking, the chicken will still be spiced.