Description
This recipe yields juicy baked chicken with perfectly crispy skin, ensuring a delicious and satisfying meal every time.
Ingredients
Scale
- 4 bone-in, skin-on chicken thighs
- 2 tablespoons olive oil
- 1 teaspoon garlic powder
- 1 teaspoon onion powder
- 1 teaspoon paprika
- 1 teaspoon salt
- 1/2 teaspoon black pepper
- 1 tablespoon fresh rosemary, chopped (optional)
- Lemon wedges, for serving
Instructions
- Preheat your oven to 425°F (220°C).
- Pat the chicken thighs dry with paper towels to ensure crispy skin.
- In a small bowl, mix together the olive oil, garlic powder, onion powder, paprika, salt, black pepper, and rosemary (if using).
- Rub the spice mixture all over the chicken thighs, making sure to get under the skin for maximum flavor.
- Place the chicken thighs skin-side up on a baking sheet lined with parchment paper.
- Bake in the preheated oven for 35-40 minutes, or until the skin is golden brown and the internal temperature reaches 165°F (74°C).
- Let the chicken rest for 5 minutes before serving.
- Serve with lemon wedges for extra flavor.
Notes
- For extra crispy skin, you can broil the chicken for the last 2-3 minutes of cooking. Keep a close eye to avoid burning.
- Feel free to add your favorite herbs and spices to customize the flavor to your liking.
- This recipe can be doubled for larger servings.
- Prep Time: 10
- Cook Time: 40
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: American
Keywords: baked chicken, crispy skin chicken, juicy chicken recipes, chicken thighs recipe