Roasted chicken thighs are juicy, flavorful, and easy to prepare. With the right spices, they develop crispy skin and tender meat. 🍗🔥
Ingredients (Serves 4)
- 6 Chicken thighs
- 2 tbsp Olive oil
- 1 tsp Paprika
- 1 tsp Garlic powder
- 1 tsp Onion powder
- ½ tsp Black pepper
- 1 tsp Salt
- ½ tsp Dried thyme or Dried oregano
Instructions
1. Preheat the Oven
Preheat oven to 400°F (200°C) and line a baking tray with foil or parchment paper.
2. Season the Chicken
- Pat the chicken thighs dry with paper towels.
- Rub them with olive oil.
- Mix paprika, garlic powder, onion powder, salt, pepper, and thyme.
- Coat the chicken evenly with the spice mix.
3. Roast
- Place chicken thighs skin-side up on the baking tray.
- Roast for 35–40 minutes, until the skin is crispy and the internal temperature reaches 165°F (74°C).
4. Rest & Serve
Let the chicken rest for 5 minutes before serving to keep it juicy.
Serving Ideas
Great with:
- Roasted potatoes
- Steamed broccoli
- Rice
✅ Tip: For extra crispy skin, broil the chicken for 2–3 minutes at the end of cooking.
If you want, I can also show you a 3-spice roasted chicken thigh recipe that chefs use to get incredibly crispy skin every time. 🍗
