Juicy Baked Chicken Thighs with Smoky Paprika
These chicken thighs are seasoned with a smoky paprika blend and baked to juicy perfection with a crispy skin. A simple yet flavorful dish perfect for any weeknight meal.
Equipment
- Paper towels
- Small bowl
- Baking sheet or large oven-safe dish
- Instant-read thermometer
Ingredients
Main Ingredients
- 4-6 Bone-in, skin-on chicken thighs
- 1-2 tablespoons Olive oil
Seasoning Blend
- 1 tablespoon Smoked paprika
- 1 teaspoon Garlic powder
- 1 teaspoon Onion powder
- 1 teaspoon Dried oregano
- Salt to taste
- Freshly ground black pepper to taste
Instructions
Preparation
- Pat the chicken thighs dry with paper towels and preheat your oven to 400°F (200°C).
Seasoning
- In a small bowl, combine smoked paprika, garlic powder, onion powder, dried oregano, salt, and black pepper. Drizzle chicken with olive oil, then rub the seasoning generously over both sides, including under the skin.
Baking
- Place seasoned chicken thighs, skin-side up, in a single layer on a baking sheet, ensuring not to overcrowd the pan.
- Bake for 25-30 minutes at 400°F (200°C). Then, reduce the oven temperature to 375°F (190°C) and continue baking for 15-20 minutes, or until the internal temperature reaches 175°F (80°C) and the skin is crispy.
Resting
- Remove chicken from the oven and let it rest on the baking sheet for 5-10 minutes before serving.
Notes
For extra flavor, marinate the chicken in the seasoning blend for at least 30 minutes, or up to overnight, before baking.