How to Make Crispy and Tender Baked Chicken Thighs - A Step-by-Step Guide

Chicken thighs are a versatile and delicious cut of meat that can be prepared in a variety of ways. One popular way to cook chicken thighs is to bake them until they are crispy on the outside and tender on the inside. This recipe for crispy and tender baked chicken thighs is sure to become a favorite in your household, as it is easy to make and incredibly flavorful.

With just a few simple ingredients, you can create a mouthwatering dish that is perfect for weeknight dinners or special...

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Ingredients

  • cooking spray
  • 8 bone-in, skin-on chicken thighs
  • ¼ teaspoon garlic salt
  • ¼ teaspoon onion salt
  • ¼ teaspoon dried oregano
  • ¼ teaspoon ground thyme
  • ¼ teaspoon ground paprika
  • ¼ teaspoon ground black pepper

Information

  • Prep Time: 10 mins
  • Cook Time: 1 hr
  • Total Time: 1 hr 10 mins
  • Servings: 8

  • Preheat the oven to 350 degrees F (175 degrees C). Line a baking sheet with aluminum foil; spray foil with cooking spray.
  • Arrange chicken thighs, skin-side up, on the prepared baking sheet.
  • Combine garlic salt, onion salt, oregano, thyme, paprika, and pepper in a small bowl; mix until well combined.
  • Sprinkle spice mixture liberally over chicken thighs.
  • Bake chicken in the preheated oven until skin is crispy, thighs are no longer pink at the bone, and the juices run clear, about 1 hour. An instant-read thermometer inserted near the bone should read 165 degrees F (74 degrees C).
  • Serve hot and enjoy!
  • Nutrition

    190 cal.

    • Total Fat: 12g
    • Saturated Fat: 3g
    • Cholesterol: 71mg
    • Sodium: 178mg
    • Total Carbohydrate: 0g
    • Dietary Fiber: 0g
    • Protein: 19g
    • Vitamin C: 0mg
    • Calcium: 11mg
    • Iron: 1mg
    • Potassium: 174mg