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Oven Boneless Skinless Chicken Thighs

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πŸ— Experience perfectly tender and juicy chicken thighs with a crispy exterior and minimal effort
🧈 This foolproof baking method delivers consistent results every time with a flavorful spice blend

  • Total Time: 40 minutes
  • Yield: 4 servings

Ingredients

– 2 pounds boneless, skinless chicken thighs for juicy, tender results

– 2 tablespoons olive oil for crisping the chicken and adding healthy fats

– 1 teaspoon kosher salt for balancing and enhancing the natural taste

– ΒΌ teaspoon black pepper for mild heat and complexity

– 1 teaspoon garlic powder for a subtle savory note

– 1 teaspoon onion powder for deepening the flavor profile

– 1 teaspoon smoked paprika for distinctive smoky depth and vibrant color

– Β½ teaspoon ground cumin for warm, earthy tones

– ΒΌ teaspoon cayenne pepper for a gentle kick

Instructions

1- Creating oven boneless skinless chicken thighs is straightforward and rewarding, starting with preheating your oven to 400Β°F (204Β°C) for even cooking.

2- Begin by patting the 2 pounds of chicken dry to remove excess moisture, which helps achieve a better browning effect.

3- Then, coat the thighs evenly with the oil and spice mixture, including 2 tablespoons olive oil, 1 teaspoon kosher salt, ΒΌ teaspoon black pepper, 1 teaspoon garlic powder, 1 teaspoon onion powder, 1 teaspoon smoked paprika, Β½ teaspoon ground cumin, and ΒΌ teaspoon cayenne pepper.

4- Arrange the seasoned chicken in a single layer on a 9×13 inch rimmed baking dish to allow space between pieces for optimal results.

5- Bake uncovered for about 30 minutes, or until the internal temperature hits 165Β°F (74Β°C) and the juices run clear no need to turn them during baking.

6- Before serving, briefly mix the thighs in their pan juices to enhance flavor and moisture.

7- First, preheat your oven as mentioned to set the stage for quick roasting.

8- Next, prepare the chicken by applying the seasoning blend thoroughly.

9- Finally, let the chicken rest briefly after baking to redistribute juices, making it even more tender.

10- 1 Preheat oven to 400Β°F

11- 2 Pat chicken dry and season

12- 3 Bake for 30 minutes

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Notes

🫿 Pat the chicken very dry with paper towels before seasoning for better browning and a crisper exterior
🌢️ Smoked paprika provides the distinctive flavor – don’t substitute with regular paprika for the best taste
πŸ– Leave space between chicken pieces on the baking sheet to ensure even cooking and browning

  • Author: Brandi Oshea
  • Prep Time: 10 minutes
  • Cook Time: 30 minutes
  • Category: Main Course
  • Method: Baked
  • Cuisine: American
  • Diet: Gluten-Free

Nutrition

  • Serving Size: 4 ounces
  • Calories: 254
  • Sugar: 0
  • Sodium: 602
  • Fat: 15
  • Saturated Fat: 3
  • Unsaturated Fat: 10
  • Trans Fat: 0
  • Carbohydrates: 1
  • Fiber: 0
  • Protein: 26
  • Cholesterol: 95