Crispy Oven Baked Chicken Thighs
About this recipe
Crispy Oven Baked Chicken Thighs are a family favorite, known for their tender, juicy meat and perfectly crispy skin. This recipe is straightforward and delivers delicious results every time.
With a simple spice rub and a few key techniques, you can achieve restaurant-quality chicken right in your own kitchen.
Ingredient notes
- If your chicken thighs are smaller than average, you can use 8 instead of 6.
Tips from The Stay At Home Chef’s video
- Trimming excess skin or fat from the chicken thighs is crucial for achieving crispy skin; any skin sitting on the bottom will get soggy.
- Drizzling olive oil on the chicken and rubbing it in helps to crisp up the skin during roasting.
- Using a meat thermometer is recommended to ensure the chicken reaches a safe internal temperature of 165 degrees Fahrenheit, but cooking dark meat up to 172 to 175 degrees can yield even better results.
Good to know
- How long do I roast the chicken thighs?
- Roast the chicken in a preheated oven at 450 degrees Fahrenheit for 35 to 40 minutes.
- What temperature should the chicken thighs reach?
- The internal temperature should reach 165 degrees Fahrenheit.
- What can I do to make the skin extra crispy?
- After roasting, place the chicken under the broiler for 1 to 2 minutes to add extra crispiness to the skin.
No life story here — the video and the recipe are the whole point. All credit to The Stay At Home Chef: watch the original on YouTube.
The recipe
Ingredients
Steps
- 1
Preheat your oven to 450 degrees Fahrenheit and lightly grease a 9x13 pan or 3 quart baking dish.
- 2
Trim the chicken thighs of any excess fat or skin and place them skin side up in the prepared dish.
- 3
Drizzle the chicken skin with olive oil and rub to coat.
- 4
In a small bowl, stir together paprika, basil, oregano, garlic powder, onion powder, salt, and pepper. Sprinkle this mixture evenly on top of the chicken thighs.
- 5
Roast the chicken in the preheated oven for 35-40 minutes, or until the internal temperature reaches 165 degrees Fahrenheit.
- 6
Place the chicken under the broiler setting for 1 to 2 minutes to add extra crispiness to the skin.
Credit where it’s due: this recipe was transcribed from The Stay At Home Chef’s original video on YouTube. Follow them there — it’s their dish.
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