Cooking chicken thighs is never that complicated. Whether it’s Grilled Chicken Thighs, Air Fryer Chicken Thighs, or Slow Cooker Chicken Thighs, they’re pretty hard to mess up! But let’s be real. It just does not get simpler than Oven-Baked Chicken Thighs. And they’re pretty darn delicious too. Tender and juicy with just the right amount of crispiness! This recipe is made up of just 6 ingredients, takes 5 minutes to prep, and makes a perfect entree next to any of your favorite side dishes! You can find more easy Baked Chicken Recipes here.
Ingredients needed for Baked Chicken Thighs:
Chicken Thighs: I use bone-in, skin-on chicken thighs for this recipe, but you can definitely make baked boneless chicken thighs if preferred. They won’t need as long to cook and may not be quite as juicy. Canola Oil: rubbing the chicken with oil adds moisture and helps the seasonings stick. Spice Rub: we’re using a simple blend of brown sugar, seasoning salt, garlic powder, and black pepper.
How to make Baked Chicken Thighs
This oven-baked chicken thighs recipe takes just 5 quick minutes to prep!
Tips and tricks
Preheat the oven. If the oven is heating up while the chicken is inside, the outside could burn before the inside is cooked through. Use evenly sized thighs. You want chicken thighs that are roughly the same size so they cook at the same rate. If you prefer an even crispier skin, broil for a 1-2 minutes after baking! Check the temp. The minimum internal temperature of chicken should be 165ºF. Let it rest. I recommend letting the chicken sit for 5-10 minutes before slicing into it to let the juices redistribute throughout the meat. Play with seasonings. You can absolutely get creative with the seasonings you use depending on how you want to serve these. Try Italian seasoning, taco seasoning, Cajun seasoning, etc.
Serving suggestions
These Oven-Baked Chicken Thighs are a super versatile entree, so serve them up with any of your favorite side dishes! A few of my favorites are roasted green beans, mashed potatoes, garlic parmesan orzo pasta, and roasted vegetables. You can also chop the chicken up and add it to salads, soups, or pastas!
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