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Crispy Baked Chicken Thighs

Total Time

Prep: 10 min. Bake: 25 min.

Makes

6 servings

Updated: Jun. 26, 2023
Crispy baked chicken thighs are easy to make with a few tips and tricks! Easy and economical, this meal is one your whole family will enjoy. This simple chicken thigh recipe is gluten free and Whole30! —Michelle Miller, Bend, Oregon
Crispy Baked Chicken Thighs Recipe photo by Taste of Home

Ingredients

  • 6 bone-in chicken thighs (about 2-1/4 pounds)
  • 2 tablespoons olive oil
  • 2 teaspoons garlic powder
  • 2 teaspoons minced fresh thyme or 3/4 teaspoon dried thyme
  • 1 teaspoon sea salt
  • 1 teaspoon paprika
  • 1 teaspoon pepper

Directions

  1. Preheat oven to 425º. Pat chicken dry with paper towels. Place chicken in 15x10x1-in. baking pan; drizzle with oil. Combine remaining ingredients; rub over chicken.
  2. Bake, uncovered, until a thermometer reads 170°-175°, 25-30 minutes. Sprinkle with additional fresh thyme, if desired.

Nutrition Facts

1 chicken thigh: 269 calories, 19g fat (5g saturated fat), 81mg cholesterol, 389mg sodium, 1g carbohydrate (0 sugars, 0 fiber), 23g protein.

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