Description
Perfectly roasted chicken thighs with crispy skin and juicy interior, seasoned with garlic, thyme, and smoked paprika.
Ingredients
Scale
- 8 chicken thighs (bone-in, skin-on)
- 2 tablespoons olive oil
- 1 teaspoon garlic powder
- 1 teaspoon onion powder
- 1 teaspoon paprika
- 1/2 teaspoon dried thyme
- 1/2 teaspoon dried rosemary
- 1 teaspoon salt
- 1/2 teaspoon black pepper
- 1/2 teaspoon smoked paprika (optional)
Instructions
- Preheat oven to 425°F (220°C) and line a rimmed baking sheet with parchment paper.
- Pat the chicken thighs dry with paper towels.
- Drizzle olive oil over each thigh and rub thoroughly.
- Mix spices in a small bowl and sprinkle over both sides of the thighs.
- Place thighs skin-side up on the baking sheet, ensuring they are not crowded.
- Roast for 35–40 minutes until the internal temperature reaches 165°F (74°C).
- Remove from oven and let rest for 5 minutes before serving.
Notes
For extra crispiness, broil for 1–2 minutes at the end of cooking. Avoid overcrowding the pan for best results.
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 40 minutes
- Category: Main Course
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: American
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 2 thighs
- Calories: 520
- Sugar: 0g
- Sodium: 575mg
- Fat: 36g
- Saturated Fat: 10g
- Unsaturated Fat: 16g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 2g
- Fiber: 0g
- Protein: 48g
- Cholesterol: 250mg