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Four golden crispy baked chicken thighs on a wooden board with lemon wedges and fresh parsley on white marble surface

Baked Chicken Thigh Recipe

Juicy, crispy-skinned baked chicken thighs ready in 40 minutes. High in protein, gluten-free and perfect for meal prep.
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Prep Time 8 minutes
Cook Time 40 minutes
5 minutes
Servings: 4 Servings
Course: Dinner
Cuisine: American
Calories: 320
Ingredients Method Notes

Ingredients
  

  • 4 bone-in skin-on chicken thighs
  • 2 tbsp olive oil
  • 1½ tsp smoked paprika
  • 1 tsp garlic powder
  • 1 tsp onion powder
  • ½ tsp sea salt
  • ¼ tsp black pepper
  • 1 tbsp fresh lemon juice

Method
 

  1. Preheat oven to 425°F. Place wire rack on baking tray.
  2. Pat chicken completely dry with paper towels.
  3. Mix spices with olive oil. Rub under skin and all over.
  4. Place skin-side up. Bake 38-42 minutes until 165°F internal temp.
  5. Rest 5 minutes then squeeze lemon juice over top.

Notes

 

  • Overnight dry brine = crispiest skin possible. Salt + uncovered fridge = game changer.
  • No wire rack? Foil-lined tray works. Flip halfway through for even browning.
  • Boneless skinless: 400°F / 200°C for 25–28 minutes.
  • Fridge: 4 days. Freezer: 3 months. Reheat in air fryer for crispy skin.