Crispy Baked Chicken Thighs
Crispy Baked Chicken Thighs
Ingredients
For the Chicken
- 4 bone-in, skin-on chicken thighs
For the Marinade
- 2 tablespoons olive oil
- 2 cloves garlic, minced
- 1 teaspoon dried oregano
- 1 teaspoon paprika
- 1 tablespoon water
For Seasoning
- 1 teaspoon kosher salt
- 1/2 teaspoon black pepper, freshly ground
For Garnish
- 2 tablespoons fresh parsley, chopped
Instructions
- 1
Preheat your oven to 400°F. Lightly grease a baking dish large enough to hold the chicken thighs in a single layer.
⏱️ 5 min•🌡️ 400
- 2
In a small bowl, combine the olive oil, minced garlic, dried oregano, paprika, and water. Whisk until well combined to form the marinade.
⏱️ 3 min
- 3
Pat the chicken thighs thoroughly dry with paper towels. This step is crucial for achieving crispy skin. Generously season both sides of the chicken with kosher salt and freshly ground black pepper.
⏱️ 2 min
- 4
Place the seasoned chicken thighs in the prepared baking dish. Spoon the marinade evenly over each chicken thigh. Use your hands to rub the marinade into the skin and flesh, ensuring each piece is well-coated.
⏱️ 5 min
- 5
Arrange the chicken thighs skin-side up in the baking dish, ensuring they are not overcrowded, which can prevent crisping.
⏱️ 1 min
- 6
Bake for 35 to 45 minutes, or until the internal temperature of the chicken reaches 165°F and the skin is deeply golden brown and crispy. Cooking time may vary depending on the size of the thighs and your oven.
⏱️ 40 min•🌡️ 400
- 7
Once baked, remove the baking dish from the oven. Let the chicken thighs rest in the dish for 5 minutes before serving. This allows the juices to redistribute, keeping the chicken moist.
⏱️ 5 min
- 8
Garnish with freshly chopped parsley and serve immediately.
⏱️ 1 min
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Crispy Baked Chicken Thighs
Ingredients
For the Chicken
- 4 bone-in, skin-on chicken thighs
For the Marinade
- 2 tablespoons olive oil
- 2 cloves garlic, minced
- 1 teaspoon dried oregano
- 1 teaspoon paprika
- 1 tablespoon water
For Seasoning
- 1 teaspoon kosher salt
- 1/2 teaspoon black pepper, freshly ground
For Garnish
- 2 tablespoons fresh parsley, chopped
Instructions
- 1
Preheat your oven to 400°F. Lightly grease a baking dish large enough to hold the chicken thighs in a single layer.
⏱️ 5 min•🌡️ 400 - 2
In a small bowl, combine the olive oil, minced garlic, dried oregano, paprika, and water. Whisk until well combined to form the marinade.
⏱️ 3 min - 3
Pat the chicken thighs thoroughly dry with paper towels. This step is crucial for achieving crispy skin. Generously season both sides of the chicken with kosher salt and freshly ground black pepper.
⏱️ 2 min - 4
Place the seasoned chicken thighs in the prepared baking dish. Spoon the marinade evenly over each chicken thigh. Use your hands to rub the marinade into the skin and flesh, ensuring each piece is well-coated.
⏱️ 5 min - 5
Arrange the chicken thighs skin-side up in the baking dish, ensuring they are not overcrowded, which can prevent crisping.
⏱️ 1 min - 6
Bake for 35 to 45 minutes, or until the internal temperature of the chicken reaches 165°F and the skin is deeply golden brown and crispy. Cooking time may vary depending on the size of the thighs and your oven.
⏱️ 40 min•🌡️ 400 - 7
Once baked, remove the baking dish from the oven. Let the chicken thighs rest in the dish for 5 minutes before serving. This allows the juices to redistribute, keeping the chicken moist.
⏱️ 5 min - 8
Garnish with freshly chopped parsley and serve immediately.
⏱️ 1 min