Easy Baked Boneless Skinless Chicken Thighs
A quick and delicious recipe for perfectly baked boneless skinless chicken thighs that are crispy on the outside and juicy on the inside.
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 32 minutes
- Total Time: 42 minutes
- Yield: 4 servings 1x
- Category: Main Course
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: American
- Diet: Gluten-Free
Ingredients
Scale
- 2 pounds boneless skinless chicken thighs (approximately 8 pieces)
- 2 teaspoons kosher salt
- 1 teaspoon black pepper
- 2 tablespoons olive oil
- 1 teaspoon garlic powder
- 1 teaspoon smoked paprika
- ½ teaspoon onion powder
Instructions
- Preheat your oven to 400°F with the rack positioned in the center.
- Brush a baking sheet with 1 tablespoon of olive oil.
- Arrange the chicken thighs on the baking sheet, leaving space between each piece.
- Drizzle the remaining olive oil over the chicken.
- Bake the thighs for 18 minutes, then flip them over and bake for an additional 14 minutes.
- Use a meat thermometer to check that the internal temperature reaches 175°F.
- Tent the chicken with foil and let it rest for 3 minutes before serving.
Notes
For added flavor, consider marinating the chicken ahead of time or trying different spices like thyme or rosemary. Avoid overcrowding the baking sheet for the best results.
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 serving
- Calories: 350
- Sugar: 0g
- Sodium: 400mg
- Fat: 20g
- Saturated Fat: 4g
- Unsaturated Fat: 15g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 3g
- Fiber: 0g
- Protein: 28g
- Cholesterol: 100mg