Irresistible Oven-“Fried” Chicken Thighs Recipe
These Irresistible Oven-“Fried” Chicken Thighs are a healthier, baked version of a classic comfort food. Crispy on the outside and juicy on the inside, these chicken thighs are seasoned to perfection with a flavorful blend of spices and crunchy panko breadcrumbs.
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 40 minutes
- Total Time: 50 minutes
- Yield: 4 servings 1x
- Category: Main Dish
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: American
- Diet: Gluten Free
Ingredients
Scale
Ingredients:
- 4 bone-in chicken thighs (about 1.5 lbs)
- 1 cup panko breadcrumbs
- 2 tbsp olive oil
- 1 tsp garlic powder
- 1 tsp smoked paprika
- Salt and pepper to taste
- 1 tsp dried thyme
Instructions
- Preheat Oven: Preheat your oven to 425°F (220°C).
- Prepare Baking Dish: Spray a large baking dish with nonstick spray or brush with olive oil.
- Season Chicken: In a bowl, combine olive oil, garlic powder, smoked paprika, salt, pepper, and thyme; rub this mixture over each chicken thigh.
- Coat with Breadcrumbs: Coat each thigh in panko breadcrumbs until fully covered.
- Bake: Arrange the thighs skin-side up in the baking dish, ensuring they are spaced out. Bake for 35-40 minutes until golden brown and the internal temperature reaches at least 165°F.
Notes
- For extra crispiness, you can spray the coated chicken thighs with cooking spray before baking.
- Feel free to customize the seasoning blend to suit your taste preferences.
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 chicken thigh
- Calories: 320
- Sugar: 1g
- Sodium: 350mg
- Fat: 17g
- Saturated Fat: 4g
- Unsaturated Fat: 10g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 11g
- Fiber: 1g
- Protein: 29g
- Cholesterol: 120mg
Keywords: Oven-Fried Chicken Thighs, Baked Chicken Thighs, Panko Crusted Chicken
