Baked Chicken Thighs

Baked Chicken Thighs

45 min
6 servings

Baked chicken thighs make a delicious and simple main dish. The thighs have so much tender dark meat flavor! 

Ingredients

  • 6 bone-in chicken thighs (with skin (approx. 5-6 ounces each))
  • 2 tablespoons olive oil
  • 2-3 teaspoons chicken seasoning (or Italian seasoning)
  • salt and pepper to taste

Directions

  1. 1

    Preheat oven to 425°F. Line a pan with foil and place a baking rack on top.

  2. 2

    Dab chicken skin dry with a paper towel to remove any moisture.

  3. 3

    Drizzle chicken with olive oil and season with seasoning, salt and pepper.

  4. 4

    Place on the rack and bake 35-40 minutes or until chicken reaches 165°F.

  5. 5

    Broil 2-3 minutes to crisp if needed.