Crispy Bone-In Chicken Thighs
This 25-minute, three-ingredient recipe for skin-on, bone-in chicken thighs is a game changer. They come out of the oven with crispy skin, juicy meat, and lots of flavor in every bite. Follow a few basic steps for preparing this mouth-watering chicken thigh recipe that will have everyone asking for seconds.
Equipment
Ingredients
- 8 (1.3 kg) bone-in chicken thighs 6-7 ounces each, with skin
- Kosher salt and freshly ground black pepper
- 2 tablespoons chicken seasoning *I used everything seasoning, but you can use any dried herb blend like herbs de Provence, or your favorite rub. Check the label to be determine if yours has salt, and if so, reduce the amount to season the chicken.
- Extra virgin olive oil
Instructions
- Place the oven rack in the center of the oven. Preheat the oven to 425 (220 C) degrees.
- Choose a rimmed baking sheet pan just large enough hold the chicken without crowding (approximately 13"x9"). Line it with parchment paper or foil for easy clean-up.
- Pat the chicken as dry as possible on all sides with paper towels (this step helps the skin crisp). Put the chicken thighs on the sheet pan. Sprinkle salt, pepper, and the seasoning blend evenly on both sides of the chicken. Arrange the pieces skin-side up and drizzle about a tablespoon of oil over them.
- Bake 25 minutes, or until the skin is puffed and golden brown. The internal temperature of the chicken should register 165-175 (76C) degrees on a meat thermometer.
- Serve the chicken with the pan juices spooned alongside.
Video
Notes
- Use a digital meat thermometer to check the internal temperature is 165-175 degrees.
- Make ahead: The seasoned, uncooked chicken can be prepped and stored in the fridge up to one day ahead. Baked chicken thighs will keep refrigerated up to 5 days, or frozen in an airtight container for 1 month. It's best to reheat the chicken in a 350 degree oven until heated through — microwaving will make the skin less crisp.
Nutrition
Calories: 316kcalCarbohydrates: 0.4gProtein: 23gFat: 24gSodium: 308mg
