30-min Oven Baked Chicken Thighs
This recipe for 30-Minute Oven Baked Chicken Thighs delivers juicy, flavorful chicken with a crispy skin in a short amount of time. Perfect for a weeknight dinner or when you have guests over, this dish is simple yet satisfying.
Equipment
- 1 Oven
- 1 Baking dish or sheet pan
- 1 Meat thermometer
- 1 Bowl for mixing spices
- 1 Tongs
- 1 Aluminum foil optional for resting
Ingredients
- 8 pieces bone-in, skin-on chicken thighs Approximately 3-4 lbs total.
- 2 tablespoons olive oil
- 2 teaspoons garlic powder
- 2 teaspoons onion powder
- 1 teaspoon smoked paprika
- 1 teaspoon dried thyme
- 1 teaspoon salt
- ½ teaspoon black pepper
- to taste none fresh herbs for garnish Parsley or thyme.
Instructions
- Preheat your oven to 425°F (220°C).
- Pat the chicken thighs dry with paper towels to ensure a crispy skin.
- In a bowl, mix together the olive oil, garlic powder, onion powder, smoked paprika, dried thyme, salt, and black pepper.
- Rub the spice mixture evenly over each chicken thigh, ensuring to coat under the skin for extra flavor.
- Place the chicken thighs skin-side up in a baking dish or on a sheet pan, leaving some space between each piece for even cooking.
- Bake in the preheated oven for 30 minutes, or until the internal temperature reaches 165°F (75°C) and the skin is golden brown and crispy.
- Once cooked, remove from the oven and let the chicken rest for 5 minutes covered loosely with aluminum foil.
- Serve hot, garnished with fresh herbs if desired.
- For extra crispy skin, you can place the chicken under the broiler for an additional 2-3 minutes after baking.
Notes
For extra crispy skin, you can place the chicken under the broiler for an additional 2-3 minutes after baking.
This dish pairs well with roasted vegetables or a simple salad for a complete meal.
Feel free to adjust the spices to match your taste preferences or to use what you have on hand.