Crispy Baked Chicken Thighs – Easy Chicken Recipes for Dinner
These crispy baked chicken thighs are the ultimate easy chicken recipe! Perfect for weeknight meals, they’re juicy on the inside, crispy on the outside, and bursting with flavor. Great for easy chicken dinner recipes, quick and easy recipes, and even air fryer easy recipes—this dish will become a go-to in your kitchen!
Servings: 6 servings
Ingredients
- 6 bone-in, skin-on chicken thighs
- 1 tablespoon avocado oil (or olive oil)
- 1 teaspoon garlic powder
- 1 teaspoon onion powder
- 1 teaspoon paprika
- 1 teaspoon salt
- 1/2 teaspoon black pepper
Instructions
- Preheat your oven to 425°F (220°C).
- Pat the chicken thighs dry with paper towels to remove excess moisture—this helps them get crispy.
- Place the chicken thighs on a baking sheet lined with parchment paper or a wire rack.
- Drizzle avocado oil over the chicken and rub to coat evenly.
- In a small bowl, mix together garlic powder, onion powder, paprika, salt, and pepper.
- Sprinkle the seasoning mix evenly over the chicken thighs.
- Bake for 35–45 minutes, or until the internal temperature reaches 165°F and the skin is crispy and golden.
- Let the chicken rest for a few minutes before serving.