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A plate of crispy oven chicken thighs ready for dinner, garnished with herbs.

Classic Crispy Oven Chicken Thighs Dinner

This recipe features crispy, flavorful chicken thighs roasted to perfection in the oven. It's a simple yet delicious meal that's perfect for any night of the week.
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Prep Time 10 minutes
Cook Time 45 minutes
Total Time 55 minutes
Servings: 4 people
Calories: 350
Ingredients Equipment Method Notes

Ingredients
  

Main Ingredients
  • 4-6 pieces Bone-in, skin-on chicken thighs
  • 2 tablespoons Olive oil
Seasoning
  • Salt Kosher or sea salt
  • Black pepper freshly ground
  • Garlic powder
  • Paprika smoked or sweet
  • Onion powder, dried thyme, or pinch of cayenne pepper Optional

Equipment

  • Baking Sheet
  • Wire Rack (optional)

Method
 

Preparation
  1. Preheat your oven to 400°F (200°C) and prepare a baking sheet with parchment paper, foil, or a wire rack for optimal crispiness.
  2. Pat the chicken thighs very dry with paper towels to remove all excess moisture.
  3. In a small bowl, combine salt, black pepper, garlic powder, and paprika; then drizzle olive oil over the chicken thighs and rub the seasoning mixture evenly onto both sides, pressing it gently into the skin.
Cooking
  1. Place the seasoned chicken thighs skin-side up on the prepared baking sheet, ensuring there is space between each piece.
  2. Bake for 20 minutes at 400°F (200°C).
  3. Reduce oven temperature to 375°F (190°C) and continue baking for 20-30 minutes more, until the internal temperature reaches 175°F (80°C) and the skin is deeply golden brown and crispy.
Serving
  1. Remove the chicken from the oven and let it rest on the baking sheet for 5-10 minutes before serving.

Notes

For extra crispy skin, ensure the chicken is very dry before seasoning. Letting the chicken rest after baking helps the juices redistribute, keeping it tender and moist.