Oven Baked Chicken Thighs Recipe

This tasty recipe for oven baked chicken thighs is quick and easy enough for busy weeknights but delicious enough for company. If you enjoyed our recipe for oven baked chicken breasts, you will love this new recipe for baked chicken thighs.

Not only are chicken thighs frugal but they are so moist and make a great main dish recipe. The outside is crispy and all of the seasonings give it such amazing flavor. It reminds me of a rotisserie chicken and our family just loves it.

You may also love this Mojo Chicken Recipe, Shake and Bake Chicken and this The Best Ritz Cracker Chicken.

Why We Love This Recipe

This recipe is absolutely delicious and so quick and easy. Dinner is ready in about 30 minutes and the flavor is just amazing and each bite is moist and tender.

The crisp skin and juicy center makes this meal a family favorite. Add your favorite sides and this meal is complete.

Ingredients

• Chicken Thighs – Feel free to change chicken. You can also bake with boneless skinless chicken thighs but the skin may not be as crispy.
• Olive Oil – Use oil of your choice. Avocado Oil is another favorite.
• Paprika – See The Best Paprika Substitutes if you are out
• Italian Seasoning – Learn How to make Italian Seasoning Recipe

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Seasoning Variations

Feel free to change the spices to what you prefer. Here are some delicious variations.

• Oregano
• Thyme
• Rosemary
• Basil
• Onion Powder

How to Make Baked Chicken Thighs

• Step 1 – First, preheat the oven to 400 degrees F. Next, line a baking sheet with parchment paper (or foil) for each clean up.
• Step 2 – Place the chicken thighs on the baking sheet. Drizzle the olive oil over the chicken thighs.  I used a basting brush to cover the chicken thighs evenly.
• Step 3 – Combine all the seasonings together in a small bowl. Rub the seasoning mixture over the chicken thighs.

• Step 4 – Bake uncovered for 30-35 minutes until the chicken reaches an internal temperature of 165 degrees F.

• Step 5 – Let the chicken rest for 5 minutes before serving and enjoy!

Expert Tips

• Type of Pan – We used this baking pan for the chicken thighs recipe. You can usually catch them on sale if you are like us and need a few new ones.
• Bone-in Chicken Thighs – When making this recipe, we try to make skin-on chicken thighs that are about the same size so they cook about the same time.
• Baking Chicken – Place the chicken in a single layer on the baking ban and leave space in between each chicken. This will help to ensure that the chicken cooks evenly.

How Do I Know When The Chicken Is Done?

Insert the meat thermometer into the thickest or meatiest part of the chicken and it should read between 165 F – 175 F degrees when the chicken is done. Cooking time will vary depending on the size of your chicken thighs.

Serving Suggestions

Just keep it simple with side dishes. We love this easy 4 ingredient Parmesan Pasta. The possibilities are endless and oven baked chicken thighs are delicious with just about anything.

We love instant pot mashed potatoes and roasted green beans. It is simple but delicious. Instant pot White Rice Recipe is also tasty. We actually keep this in the freezer so it is so easy on busy nights.

Learn how to freeze rice and you can make this meal even easier. I love to grab the rice from the freezer and we all can enjoy a really easy meal.

Sometimes we also add a simple side salad or learn how to steam broccoli in the microwave or Air Fryer Brussels Sprouts Recipe for another easy side idea. This meal is also good with asparagus. This oven roasted asparagus is a family favorite and it is very simple and quick to make.

Storing and Freezing Tips

• Storing Leftovers – Store leftovers in an airtight container in the refrigerator. The leftovers will stay fresh for up to 3-4 days.
• Freezing Leftovers – Once the chicken thighs have cooled, place in a freezer safe container and freeze for up to 3 months. When ready to serve, thaw in the fridge overnight.
• Reheating Leftovers – Reheat the leftovers in the oven or microwave until heated through. We have even used the air fryer to quickly reheat and it also makes the skin crispy again.