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Baked Crispy Chicken Thighs

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Author: Imma Published:12/12/2019Updated:6/01/2021
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Baked Crispy Chicken Thighs – loaded with flavor and super easy to make with only 10 minutes prep time PLUS other homemade seasoning variation to try. You won’t believe they are baked! Dinner couldn’t be any easier.

Baked Crispy Chicken Thighs

When I am shopping at a grocery store, I usually gravitate towards the poultry aisle to check if there is a sale going on, more often than not there is one. For only $5 you can have enough chicken to feed a family of 4 and still have leftovers. Chicken thighs are always on  sale, like once a month or every other week , if you are a super shopper.

So I grabbed a super value pack, stock up and give this chicken try thigh a go.

And since we’re on the busiest time of the year, I’m bumping up this easy baked chicken thighs recipe for more visibility and updated it with other homemade seasonings to try. Yes! You can swap it with other seasonings for a variety. So get ready to rake in all the compliments!

These super crispy creole thighs are super easy to make. Just combine  the spices and  generously rub  on the meat and you’ll have a mind-blowing tasty chicken meal right before your eyes. It is one of my favorite ways of using chicken thighs – you can easily get dinner on the table with minimal prep time.

Other Homemade Seasonings  you can use

Aside from my homemade Creole, you’ll also get the same “awesomeness” using my other homemade seasonings below. And trust me, your family will be begging for more of this come dinner time.

  1. Italian Seasoning – aromatic and more of an herb-flavored seasoning

Baked Crispy Chicken Thighs

  1. Poultry Seasoning – with pine-like aroma and warm, citrusy, sweet notes 

Poultry Seasoning

  1. Jamaican Jerk Seasoning – warm, sweet, pungent flavor from allspice with notes of ginger, cinnamon, and nutmeg, 

Baked Crispy Chicken Thighs

  1. Taco Seasoning – spicy and savory Mexican flair from chili powder, cumin, and crushed pepper flakes among others

Baked Crispy Chicken Thighs

Baked Crispy Chicken Thighs

How to Get a Crispy Baked Chicken Thigh?

To get really crispy chicken skin, you have to crank up the temperature. Start with  450 F  for about 20 minutes then lower it, and finish cooking the chicken. Make sure the chicken is dry – use a paper towel to wipe it prior to seasoning and air drying them in the fridge.

What to Serve with Baked Chicken Thighs?

  • Sauteed Kale
  • Sauteed Brussel Sprouts
  • Scalloped Potatoes
  • Strawberry Spinach Salad
  • Green Beans and Bacon
  • Oven Roasted Red Potatoes
  • Black Beans and Rice

More Easy Baked Dinner Recipes

  • Baked Crispy Chicken Legs
  • Oven Baked Chicken Breast
  • Baked Shrimp
  • Baked Cod
  • Oven Baked Pork Chops

Baked Crispy Chicken Thighs

How to Bake Chicken Thighs

Chicken Thighs

Wash chicken thighs, wipe with a paper towel. Salt chicken.

Chicken Thighs

Combine spices (onion powder, thyme, oregano, garlic powder, smoked paprika, white and cayenne pepper bouillon powder). Mix well. OR use any of our suggested homemade seasonings above instead.

 

Baked Crispy Chicken Thighs

Sprinkle both sides with a generous amount of the spice blend.

Baked Crispy Chicken Thighs

Place them on a cookie sheet in a single layer, you can let them sit in the fridge overnight. Do not cover them; let them air-dry them or proceed with baking.

Baked Crispy Chicken Thighs

When ready to bake, preheat oven to 475 Degrees F°. Bake chicken thighs in the preheated oven starting at 475 degrees F for the first 20 minutes then drop to 400 degrees F. Bake until the skin is crispy, thighs are no longer pink at the bone, and the juices run clear about 30 minutes. An instant-read thermometer inserted near the bone should read 165 degrees F (74 degrees C).

 

Watch How to Make It

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This post was first published in February 2014 and has been updated with new photos, a video, and some cooking tips and notes.

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Baked Crispy Chicken Thighs

loaded with flavor and super easy to make with only 10 minutes prep time PLUS other homemade seasoning variation to try. You won't believe they are baked! Dinner couldn't be any easier.
4.73 from 125 votes
Prep: 10 minutes mins
Cook: 50 minutes mins
Total: 1 hour hr
American
Servings 6

Ingredients

  • 2 ½ - 3 pound (1135g-1362g) chicken thighs (about 5-6)
  • 1 ½ - 2 teaspoons (7.5g-10g) salt (to salt chicken)
  • 2 teaspoon (4g) onion powder
  • ½ teaspoon (0.5g) dried thyme or oregano
  • 1 teaspoon (3g) garlic powder
  • 1 teaspoon (2g) smoked paprika
  • ½ teaspoon (1g) white pepper
  • ½ teaspoon (1g) cayenne pepper
  • ½ teaspoon (1g) bouillon powder (you may replace with salt)
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Instructions

  • Wash chicken thighs, wipe with a paper towel. Salt chicken . Combine spices(onion powder, thyme, oregano, garlic powder, smoked paprika,  white and cayenne pepper bouillon powder  , mix well. 
  • Sprinkle both sides with generous amount of the spice blend place them on a cookie sheet in a single layer, you can let them sit in the fridge overnight. Do not cover them; let the air-dry them or proceed with baking.
  • When ready to bake, preheat oven to 475 Degrees F°.
  • Bake chicken thighs in the preheated oven starting at 475 degrees F for the first 20 minutes then drop to 400 degrees F. Bake until skin is crispy, thighs are no longer pink at the bone, and the juices run clear, about 30 minutes. An instant-read thermometer inserted near the bone should read 165 degrees F (74 degrees C).

Tips & Notes:

  1. Other flavors you can try. Aside from the spice blend above, you may replace it with my other homemade seasonings: Italian seasoning, Poultry seasoning, Jerk seasoning and Taco seasoning.
  2. Can you make this with boneless chicken thighs? Yes you can. Only the time changes – cook for about 20 minutes or more instead or until internal temperature reaches 165 degrees F.
  3. What to do if the seasoning burns when baking? Try covering the chicken in foil, as you do a turkey or a pie crust, once it gets as brown as you want and continue baking! 
  4. Can these same instructions be used for other chicken parts on the bone as well? The cooking times would be the same. I usually start taking out the other parts about 5-7 minutes before the chicken thighs, depending on their size. Watch out for the breast it dries out quickly.
  5. Can I use this on whole chicken? One of our readers has trued using the same instructions for a whole spatchcock chicken (cut open along the spine and laid flat).  Cook it at 20 mins at 450 F and 40 mins at 400 F.
  6. Swap chicken bouillon with salt if you don't have any.
  7. You may use regular baking pan without the wire rack and still get crispy skin, but not as much as the version in the photos.
  8. Make-Ahead Instructions. If it is the same day, I would undercook the chicken and finish the remaining 10 minutes before serving – using the same temperature (400 degrees F works as well), if chicken is browning too fast.
  9. Can I grill the chicken? You may grill the chicken thighs and get the same flavors (plus that smokey taste), but it wouldn't be as crispy as the oven version.
  10. You can cook them immediately after seasoning with skin side up. You may flip them if they are browning too fast.
  11. If you don't like spicy, omit cayenne pepper.
  12. Please keep in mind that nutritional information is a rough estimate and can vary greatly based on products used.

Nutrition Information:

Calories: 339kcal (17%)| Carbohydrates: 2g (1%)| Protein: 24g (48%)| Fat: 25g (38%)| Saturated Fat: 6g (38%)| Cholesterol: 148mg (49%)| Sodium: 161mg (7%)| Potassium: 345mg (10%)| Vitamin A: 680IU (14%)| Vitamin C: 0.2mg| Calcium: 15mg (2%)| Iron: 1.3mg (7%)
Author: Imma
Course: Main
Cuisine: American
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Nutrition Facts
Baked Crispy Chicken Thighs
Amount Per Serving
Calories 339 Calories from Fat 225
% Daily Value*
Fat 25g38%
Saturated Fat 6g38%
Cholesterol 148mg49%
Sodium 161mg7%
Potassium 345mg10%
Carbohydrates 2g1%
Protein 24g48%
Vitamin A 680IU14%
Vitamin C 0.2mg0%
Calcium 15mg2%
Iron 1.3mg7%
* Percent Daily Values are based on a 2000 calorie diet.

 

Baked Crispy Chicken Thighs
Baked Crispy Chicken Thighs
Baked Crispy Chicken Thighs

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  1. Maryellen says

    Posted on 3/9 at 3:17PM

    5 stars
    One of the tastiest chicken recipes we’ve ever eaten! Love how flavorful and EASY it is!! Thank you!!

    Reply
  2. Mabel Craig says

    Posted on 2/1 at 11:24AM

    Will this work with skinless chicken thighs?

    Thanks!

    Reply
    • ImmaculateBites says

      Posted on 2/3 at 4:16PM

      Yes it would

      Reply
  3. Dana says

    Posted on 1/19 at 3:19PM

    5 stars
    This recipe is a hit with my husband and kids. I love that it’s not fried, yet still flavorful and crispy. I’ve made it three times now and have to double the recipe per my husbands request. Thank you!

    Reply
    • ImmaculateBites says

      Posted on 1/20 at 8:14AM

      Awesome! This is one of my favourites too! Thanks for stopping by!

      Reply
  4. Farzana Firoz says

    Posted on 1/18 at 4:15PM

    These are bomb!! Definitely keeping this recipe. Just made it for lunch! Thanks for sharing

    Reply
  5. Julie says

    Posted on 1/15 at 11:22AM

    Trying this out this weekend.

    Reply
  6. Michele says

    Posted on 1/12 at 3:31PM

    5 stars
    Very yummy! Thank you for sharing.

    Reply
    • ImmaculateBites says

      Posted on 1/13 at 2:24AM

      Glad you loved it Michele! Thanks for stopping by!

      Reply
  7. Emily Tweedy says

    Posted on 1/11 at 7:34PM

    5 stars
    Just tried this recipe out. Turned out great!
    I made it with boneless chicken thighs, mine cooked for about 25 minutes, let them rest, cut them up and added to sauted peppers, onions, garlic, diced rotel tomatoes, pasta, and alfredo sauce.

    Reply
    • ImmaculateBites says

      Posted on 1/13 at 2:49AM

      I am so glad you loved it Emily!

      Reply
  8. NembeGyal says

    Posted on 12/31 at 3:29PM

    Trying with filleted chicken breast right now. Hopefully, I don’t overcook them at 475° for 50 minutes, yikes. Will watch closely.

    Reply
    • ImmaculateBites says

      Posted on 12/31 at 5:58PM

      Do let us know how it works out for you.

      Reply
  9. Alfred says

    Posted on 12/15 at 9:22AM

    I just try your recipe for the bake crispy chicken thighs last night and it was Delicious, had it with white rice and black bean soup.

    Reply
  10. Rex Hutcheson says

    Posted on 12/14 at 7:22AM

    4 stars
    This turned out well.

    Reply
  11. Jeanne says

    Posted on 12/12 at 7:25AM

    Hi Imma,
    Sounds delicious, LOVE chicken thighs! Can I cook this in an air fryer instead of an oven?

    Reply
  12. T.W. says

    Posted on 12/3 at 3:30PM

    I have always washed all chicken. I just found out it is a BIG no no. Cdc and everywhere else says NEVER wash your chicken. I have made your crispy chicken before and again today. It is wonderful!! Just thought i would pass this info along.

    Reply
  13. Ginger says

    Posted on 9/27 at 3:30PM

    4 stars
    If I had the skins on the thighs sure this would have been a 5 star, only reason I gave it 4, quite spicy, turned out well to have with lemon over to cut it and Spanish rice

    Reply
  14. BK says

    Posted on 9/15 at 1:15PM

    Hi do I cook uncovered too?

    Reply
    • ImmaculateBites says

      Posted on 9/15 at 2:46PM

      Yes you do.

      Reply
  15. Megan says

    Posted on 8/31 at 2:41PM

    Thanks for the recipe! I love chicken thighs ❤️. Just a note that washing poultry is not recommended:
    https://drexel.edu/dontwashyourchicken/

    Reply
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