Crispy Baked Chicken Thighs

• servings: 8 servings
• active time: 5 minutes
• total time: 45 minutes

Ingredients

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

2 tablespoons extra virgin olive oil

2 teaspoons garlic powder

2 teaspoons onion powder

1 ½ teaspoon paprika

1 teaspoon dried oregano

1 teaspoon dried thyme

1 teaspoon kosher salt

½ teaspoon freshly ground black pepper

Directions

Mix Spices

Make the seasoning. Preheat your oven to 425°F (220°C). Remove the chicken thighs from the fridge and allow them to come to room temperature. Pat dry with a paper towel to remove any moisture. Then, In a small bowl, mix all of the herbs and spices together.

Rub

Season the chicken. Place the chicken in a large mixing bowl. Add the oil and ⅔ of the spice blend. Use your hands to coat all sides of the chicken, and even get it under the skin.

Place

Arrange the chicken. Place the chicken on a rack on top of a baking sheet. Sprinkle the remaining spice mix on top of the chicken.

Bake the chicken thighs for 35 to 40 minutes or until the internal temperature reaches 170°F. You can also turn on the top broiler for 2 to 3 minutes to make the top extra crispy. Let the chicken rest for 5 minutes before serving.

Nutrition

• Serving Size: 1 chicken thigh
• Calories: 285 kcal
• Total Fat: 22 g
• Saturated Fat: 5 g
• Cholesterol: 110 mg
• Sodium: 379 mg
• Total Carbohydrate: 1 g
• Protein: 18 g