Description
Juicy, tender chicken thighs baked with flavorful herbs and spices, delivering a satisfying home-cooked feel.
Ingredients
Scale
- 6 boneless, skinless chicken thighs
- 2 tablespoons olive oil (or melted butter)
- 1 teaspoon garlic powder
- 1 teaspoon onion powder
- 1 teaspoon smoked paprika
- 1 teaspoon dried oregano
- 1 teaspoon dried thyme
- Salt and pepper to taste
- 1 tablespoon fresh lemon juice (optional)
- Fresh parsley or cilantro for garnish
Instructions
- Preheat your oven to 425°F (220°C).
- Drizzle the olive oil over the chicken and toss well to coat.
- Mix together garlic powder, onion powder, smoked paprika, oregano, thyme, salt, and pepper.
- Sprinkle the seasoning blend generously over the chicken thighs.
- Arrange the seasoned thighs on a baking sheet lined with parchment paper.
- Bake in the preheated oven for about 25-30 minutes until the chicken reaches an internal temperature of 165°F (74°C).
- Take the chicken out of the oven and drizzle with fresh lemon juice.
- Garnish with chopped fresh parsley or cilantro before serving.
Notes
Consider marinating the chicken beforehand for enhanced flavor. Avoid overcooking and let the chicken rest after baking to retain moisture.
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 30 minutes
- Category: Main Course
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: American
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 serving
- Calories: 350
- Sugar: 0g
- Sodium: 400mg
- Fat: 14g
- Saturated Fat: 4g
- Unsaturated Fat: 8g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 2g
- Fiber: 0g
- Protein: 31g
- Cholesterol: 120mg