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Baked Chicken Thighs For One

This baked chicken thighs recipe features juicy, flavorful chicken with crispy skin, seasoned simply with pantry staples. It's easy to make and perfect for a satisfying meal.
Prep Time5 minutes
Cook Time30 minutes
Total Time35 minutes
Course: Main Dish
Cuisine: American
Diet:
Keyword: baked chicken, baked chicken thighs, chicken, crispy baked chicken thighs
Servings: 1 serving
Author: Joanie Zisk

Equipment

Ingredients

  • 2 bone-in, skin-on chicken thighs
  • ½ teaspoon garlic powder
  • ½ teaspoon onion powder
  • ¼ teaspoon paprika
  • ¼ teaspoon dried oregano
  • ¼ teaspoon kosher salt
  • ⅛ teaspoon coarsely ground black pepper
  • 1 ½ teaspoons olive oil
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Instructions

  • Preheat Oven: Start by heating your oven to 400°F (200°C).
  • Prepare Chicken: Take the chicken thighs out of the fridge. Pat them dry with a paper towel to remove excess moisture.
  • Mix Spices: In a small bowl, combine all herbs and spices. Set aside 1/4 teaspoon of this mixture for later use, and stir in the olive oil
  • Season Chicken: Coat the chicken thighs evenly with the spice and oil mixture, making sure to get under the skin for enhanced flavor.
  • Arrange for Baking: Place the chicken thighs on a wire rack set over a baking sheet. Sprinkle them with the reserved spice mix, pressing gently to ensure the seasoning adheres well.
  • Bake: Cook the chicken in the preheated oven for 30-35 minutes, or until the internal temperature hits 170°F, ensuring it’s cooked perfectly.
    Let the chicken rest for 5 minutes before eating.

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Notes

  • Crispy Skin: Use a wire rack on a rimmed baking sheet to promote air circulation, which helps create crispier skin. If you don’t have a rack, make sure the chicken pieces are spaced out on the baking sheet.
  • Season Underneath: Gently lift the skin and season the meat underneath for deeper flavor and added crispness.
  • Internal Temperature: Cook the chicken until it reaches an internal temperature of 170°-175°F. For extra crispy skin, broil for the final 2 minutes of cooking.

Nutrition

Serving: 1serving (2 chicken thighs) | Calories: 548kcal | Carbohydrates: 1g | Protein: 37g | Fat: 44g | Saturated Fat: 11g | Polyunsaturated Fat: 8g | Monounsaturated Fat: 20g | Trans Fat: 0.2g | Cholesterol: 221mg | Sodium: 749mg | Potassium: 463mg | Vitamin A: 176IU | Calcium: 18mg | Iron: 2mg

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