Ranch Chicken Thighs
These Ranch Chicken Thighs are juicy, flavorful, and coated in a delicious ranch seasoning. Perfect for a weeknight dinner, this dish is easy to prepare and comes together in under an hour. Serve with your favorite side dishes for a complete meal.
Equipment
- 1 baking dish (9x13 inches or similar)
- 1 mixing bowl
- 1 measuring cups and spoons
- 1 cooking brush or spoon
- 1 meat thermometer (optional)
Ingredients
- 4 thighs bone-in, skin-on chicken About 3-4 lbs total.
- 1 packet ranch dressing mix 1 oz packet.
- 2 tablespoons olive oil
- 1 teaspoon garlic powder
- 1 teaspoon onion powder
- ½ teaspoon smoked paprika
- ½ teaspoon black pepper
- ½ teaspoon salt
- to taste fresh parsley For garnish, optional.
Instructions
- Preheat your oven to 400°F (200°C).
- In a mixing bowl, combine the ranch dressing mix, garlic powder, onion powder, smoked paprika, black pepper, and salt.
- Pat the chicken thighs dry with paper towels to ensure crispiness.
- Drizzle the olive oil over the chicken thighs, turning them to coat evenly.
- Sprinkle the ranch seasoning mixture over the chicken thighs, making sure to coat both sides well.
- Place the seasoned chicken thighs skin-side up in a baking dish.
- Bake in the preheated oven for approximately 30 minutes, or until the chicken reaches an internal temperature of 165°F (75°C) and the skin is golden brown.
- If desired, switch to broil for the last 3-5 minutes to crisp the skin further.
- Remove from the oven and let the chicken rest for 5 minutes before serving.
- Garnish with fresh parsley if desired.
Notes
You can serve the ranch chicken thighs with sides like roasted vegetables, mashed potatoes, or a fresh salad.
For extra flavor, marinate the chicken in the ranch seasoning mix for a few hours or overnight before cooking.
Leftover chicken can be stored in an airtight container in the refrigerator for up to 3 days.