This Oven Baked Chicken Thighs recipe is ready to eat in just 40 minutes. When chicken thighs are roasted in the oven, they are so juicy with deliciously crispy skin.
This recipe costs about $10.26 to make four servings. That is just $2.57 per serving!
Oven Baked Chicken Thighs
There are a lot of Oven Baked Chicken thigh recipes out there on the internet. I’ve added my recipe because it is an easy, fuss-free main dish bursting with flavor. And don’t even get me started on the crispy skin!
Chicken thighs are dark meat naturally more flavorful than other pieces, such as the breast. When you add my simple spice blend before baking, these are off-the-charts delicious.
The skin is perfectly crisp, while the meat is juicy and tender. This recipe is versatile because it is a basic chicken recipe that goes well with almost any side dish. You can even increase the spice for this recipe by adding a pinch of chili powder and cayenne.
These Oven Baked Chicken Thighs are my top recommendation for a hands-free, simple chicken recipe to add to your menu rotation. If you’re looking for a broiler recipe, check out my Broiled Chicken Thighs.
What I Love About Baked Chicken Thighs
- Crispy skin, juicy inside: Forget dry chicken—crispy perfection meets tender, flavorful meat in every bite.
- Easy as 1-2-3: Toss, bake, devour. Minimal effort, maximum comfort food satisfaction.
- Budget-friendly feast: Feed the crew without breaking the bank. Chicken thighs are my wallet’s secret weapon.
- Always a hit: I’ve served these for weeknights and dinner parties. No matter the setting, everyone raves about them!
Ingredients & Estimated Cost:
Per Serving Cost: $2.57 Recipe Cost: $10.26
This recipe celebrates the magic of transforming everyday staples like chicken thighs and seasonings into pure comfort food bliss.
- 8 chicken thighs ($9.80): Flavorful and forgiving, chicken thighs are the budget-friendly hero of weeknight meals, always juicy and delicious.
- 2 Tablespoons olive oil ($0.28): Ensures even seasoning and promotes crispy skin. Plus, it imparts a delicious, mild flavor.
- 1 teaspoon salt ($0.01): Salt plays a crucial role in enhancing the flavor and texture of chicken thighs. Salt pulls moisture from the surface of the chicken towards the inside, concentrating the natural flavors. Additionally, salt breaks down proteins in the meat, making them more tender and juicy.
- ½ teaspoon pepper ($0.03): Pepper acts as a flavor “booster,” enhancing the other seasonings used in the recipe. It cuts through sweetness and fattiness, creating a more balanced and enjoyable taste profile.
- ½ teaspoon paprika ($0.01): It offers a subtle sweetness and a gentle heat. Plus, it promotes the Maillard reaction, the browning process that creates a flavorful, caramelized, crispy crust.
- 1 teaspoon garlic powder ($0.03): Garlic powder is slightly hygroscopic, meaning it attracts and retains moisture. This helps keep the chicken thighs juicy and tender, even when baked.
- 1 teaspoon dried parsley ($0.10): It offers a slight citrusy brightness that cuts through fat and richness, keeping the flavor profile lively and refreshing.
NOTE: The recipe prices are calculated using grocery store websites. The actual cost of the recipe will vary depending on what ingredients you already have. I updated the pricing for this recipe in June 2024.
How to Bake Chicken Thighs in the Oven:
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