Baked Chicken Thighs For One

• servings: 1 serving
• active time: 5 minutes
• total time: 35 minutes

Ingredients

2 chicken thighs (bone-in, skin-on)

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

Directions

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.

Nutrition

• Serving Size: 1 serving (2 chicken thi
• Calories: 548 kcal
• Total Fat: 44 g
• Saturated Fat: 11 g
• Unsaturated Fat: 28 g
• Trans Fat: 0.2 g
• Cholesterol: 221 mg
• Sodium: 749 mg
• Total Carbohydrate: 1 g
• Protein: 37 g