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Golden Crispy Baked Chicken Thighs

Golden Crispy Baked Chicken Thighs

  • Author: AlmaHerzog
  • Total Time: PT50M
  • Yield: 8 servings 1x
  • Diet: High Protein

Description

These crispy Baked Chicken Thighs are seared until golden and oven-baked in a delicious pan sauce. Perfect for a hearty dinner, this recipe creates juicy, tender chicken with crispy skin.

Ingredients

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  • 8 bone-in chicken thighs (skin on)
  • Salt and pepper to taste
  • 1 tablespoon butter, melted
  • 1 tablespoon olive oil
  • 1/4 teaspoon paprika
  • 1/4 teaspoon onion powder
  • 1/4 teaspoon rosemary
  • 1/4 teaspoon oregano
  • 1/4 teaspoon thyme
  • 1/2 cup alcohol-free white grape juice or extra chicken broth
  • 6 cloves garlic, peeled and smashed
  • 1 3/4 cups chicken broth
  • 1/2 chicken bouillon cube
  • 4 sprigs fresh thyme
  • 2 teaspoons lemon juice
  • 3–4 tablespoons butter
  • 3–4 tablespoons flour

Instructions

  1. Season the Chicken: Preheat oven to 375°F. Pat chicken dry and season with salt and pepper. Combine melted butter, oil, paprika, onion powder, rosemary, oregano, and thyme; brush over the chicken.
  2. Sear the Chicken: Heat a skillet over medium-high heat. Sear chicken, skin-side-down, for 4 minutes until golden. Cook other sides for 2 minutes total. Set aside.
  3. Make the Pan Sauce: Leaving 1 tablespoon drippings in the skillet, add the alcohol-free substitute or broth, chicken bouillon, garlic, and thyme. Simmer for 5 minutes. Remove from heat and stir in lemon juice.
  4. Bake: Place chicken in the skillet skin-side up. Bake for 30 minutes. Let rest for 6-8 minutes.
  5. Make the Gravy (Optional): Melt butter in the skillet, stir in flour until golden, then gradually whisk in the pan juices until thickened.

Notes

Ensure the internal temperature of the chicken reaches 165°F to 180°F. If your skillet is not oven-safe, transfer the contents to a baking dish before putting it in the oven.

  • Prep Time: PT10M
  • Cook Time: PT40M
  • Category: Main Course
  • Method: Baking
  • Cuisine: American

Nutrition

  • Serving Size: 1 thigh
  • Calories: 364 kcal
  • Sugar: 0.4 g
  • Sodium: 347 mg
  • Fat: 27 g
  • Saturated Fat: 8 g
  • Unsaturated Fat: 17 g
  • Trans Fat: 0 g
  • Carbohydrates: 2 g
  • Fiber: 0.1 g
  • Protein: 24 g
  • Cholesterol: 146 mg

Keywords: baked chicken thighs, chicken recipe, main course, poultry, oven-baked chicken

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