Easy Baked Boneless Skinless Chicken Thighs
A quick and flavorful recipe for juicy baked chicken thighs, perfect for busy weeknights.
- Prep Time: 20 minutes
- Cook Time: 32 minutes
- Total Time: 52 minutes
- Yield: 4 servings
- Category: Main Course
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: American
- Diet: Paleo
Ingredients
- 2 pounds boneless skinless chicken thighs (about 8 pieces)
- 2 teaspoons kosher salt
- 1 teaspoon black pepper
- 2 tablespoons olive oil
- 1 teaspoon garlic powder
- 1 teaspoon smoked paprika
- ½ teaspoon onion powder
Instructions
- Remove the chicken from the refrigerator about 20 minutes before cooking to let it come to room temperature.
- Use paper towels to pat the chicken completely dry.
- Season both sides with kosher salt and let it rest for about 2 minutes. Sprinkle garlic powder, smoked paprika, and onion powder over each thigh.
- Preheat your oven to 400°F (200°C) with the rack positioned in the center.
- Brush a baking sheet with 1 tablespoon of olive oil to prevent sticking.
- Arrange the chicken thighs on the baking sheet and drizzle with the remaining olive oil.
- Bake for 18 minutes, flip the thighs, then bake for an additional 14 minutes.
- Check that the internal temperature reaches 175°F at the thickest part of the thighs.
- Tent the chicken with foil and let it rest for 3 minutes before serving.
Notes
Feel free to tweak the spices to match your preferences. Consider marinating the thighs beforehand for extra flavor.