Baked Boneless Chicken Thighs
A simple and delicious baked boneless chicken thighs recipe, perfect for a quick weeknight meal.
Equipment
- oven
- baking dish
Ingredients
- 2 pounds boneless skinless chicken thighs
- 2 tablespoons olive oil
- 1 teaspoon Diamond Crystal kosher salt or ½ teaspoon of any other salt, including Morton kosher salt
- ¼ teaspoon black pepper
- 1 teaspoon garlic powder
- 1 teaspoon onion powder
- 1 teaspoon smoked paprika not regular paprika
- ½ teaspoon ground cumin
- ¼ teaspoon cayenne pepper
Instructions
- Preheat the oven to 400°F. Pat the chicken thighs dry with paper towels and place them in a large bowl.
- Add the olive oil and spices. Use your hands to coat the chicken.
- Arrange the seasoned thighs in a single layer on a rimmed baking dish. Brush any residual oil and spice mixture from the bowl onto the chicken pieces.
- Bake uncovered without turning until the thighs are cooked through, juices run clear, and an instant-read thermometer reaches at least 165°F, about 30 minutes.
- Turn briefly to coat in the pan juices, then serve.
Notes
Dark chicken meat, including thighs, is safe to eat at 165°F, but is more tender and flavorful when cooked to around 180°F. Adjust seasonings to taste. For best browning, ensure chicken thighs are very dry before seasoning and give them space on the pan.
Nutrition
Serving: 4ouncesCalories: 254kcalCarbohydrates: 1gProtein: 26gFat: 15gSaturated Fat: 3gSodium: 602mg
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