Baked Crispy Chicken Thighs

Baked Crispy Chicken Thighs

from thealmondeater.com
Dinner
45 min
4 servings
378 kcal / serving

These easy Crispy Chicken Thighs are baked in the oven and a delicious main to pair with your favorite side dish. 

Ingredients

  • 1 ½ lb.chicken thighs ((approx. 4); bone-in, skin on)
  • 2 tspbaking powder
  • 1 tspgarlic powder
  • 1 tspsmoked paprika
  • ½ tsporegano
  • ½ tspsalt
  • ¼ tspblack pepper

Directions

  1. 1

    Preheat oven to 425°. Line a large, rimmed baking sheet with parchment paper, then place an oven-safe wire rack on top and spray it with nonstick spray.

  2. 2

    In a small bowl, combine the baking powder, garlic powder, smoked paprika, oregano, salt, and pepper.

  3. 3

    Pat the chicken dry (the drier you can get it, then crispier it'll get!) then place it into a large bowl. Pour the seasonings over top and use your hands to completely coat the chicken.

  4. 4

    Place the chicken on top of the wire rack, then place the baking sheet into the oven and bake the chicken for 35-40 minutes, or until the internal temperature reaches 165°. Transfer the chicken to a cutting board and wait 5 minutes before cutting. Enjoy!