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Baked Chicken Thighs

Juicy and flavorful, these baked chicken thighs are easy to prepare and perfect for any meal.
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Prep Time 10 minutes
Cook Time 30 minutes
Total Time 40 minutes
Servings: 4 pieces
Course: Dinner, Main Course
Cuisine: American
Calories: 250
Ingredients Method Notes

Ingredients
  

Main ingredients
  • 4 pieces chicken thighs Bone-in, skin-on preferred for juiciness
  • 1 teaspoon salt
  • 1/2 teaspoon black pepper
  • 1 teaspoon garlic powder
  • 1 teaspoon paprika
  • 1 tablespoon olive oil For drizzling and coating

Method
 

Preparation
  1. Preheat your oven to 400°F (200°C).
  2. Pat the chicken thighs dry and place them in a baking dish.
  3. In a small bowl, mix together the salt, pepper, garlic powder, and paprika.
  4. Sprinkle the spice mixture evenly over the chicken thighs.
  5. Drizzle with olive oil and rub it in to coat the chicken.
Cooking
  1. Bake in the preheated oven for 25-30 minutes, or until the chicken is cooked through and the skin is golden brown.
  2. Let it rest for a few minutes before serving.

Notes

For added flavor, consider letting the spice mix sit on the chicken for a while before baking. You can also try different spice blends or marinades for variations.