Easy Oven Chicken
Transform your weeknight dinners with this Easy Oven Chicken recipe—an effortless yet flavor-packed dish that promises crispy, golden skin and juicy, tender meat. Featuring bone-in, skin-on chicken thighs seasoned with a perfectly balanced blend of garlic powder, smoky paprika, earthy thyme, and a zesty splash of fresh lemon juice, this recipe is a foolproof way to elevate your chicken game. With just 10 minutes of prep time and a 40-minute bake, this oven-roasted chicken is a time-efficient option for busy days, delivering restaurant-quality results with minimal effort. Serve it alongside roasted vegetables, a fresh salad, or fluffy rice for a wholesome family meal, and garnish with fresh parsley for an elegant finishing touch. Perfect for home cooks of all skill levels, "Easy Oven Chicken" is a must-try recipe that’s simple, flavorful, and irresistibly satisfying.
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Recipe Information
Ingredients
- 6 pieces Chicken thighs (bone-in, skin-on)
- 2 tablespoons Olive oil
- 1 teaspoon Garlic powder
- 1 teaspoon Paprika
- 1 teaspoon Dried thyme
- 1 teaspoon Salt
- 0.5 teaspoon Black pepper
- 1 unit Lemon
- 2 tablespoons Fresh parsley (optional, for garnish)
Instructions
Preheat your oven to 400°F (200°C).
Pat the chicken thighs dry with paper towels to ensure the skin crisps up in the oven.
In a small bowl, mix together garlic powder, paprika, dried thyme, salt, and black pepper.
Place the chicken thighs in a large mixing bowl and drizzle with olive oil. Toss to coat evenly.
Sprinkle the spice mixture over the chicken, ensuring each piece is evenly coated on all sides.
Arrange the chicken thighs skin-side up in a single layer on a baking sheet or in a roasting pan.
Cut the lemon in half and squeeze the juice over the chicken. Place the lemon halves on the pan for added flavor during cooking.
Bake the chicken in the preheated oven for 35-40 minutes, or until the internal temperature reaches 165°F (74°C) and the skin is golden and crispy.
Remove the chicken from the oven and let it rest for 5 minutes.
Garnish with freshly chopped parsley, if desired, and serve hot with your favorite side dishes.
Nutrition Facts
Calories |
418 | ||
|---|---|---|---|
% Daily Value* |
|||
| Total Fat | 32.7 g | 42% | |
| Saturated Fat | 8.2 g | 41% | |
| Polyunsaturated Fat | 0.0 g | ||
| Cholesterol | 121 mg | 40% | |
| Sodium | 593 mg | 26% | |
| Total Carbohydrate | 4.2 g | 2% | |
| Dietary Fiber | 1.3 g | 5% | |
| Total Sugars | 0.8 g | ||
| Protein | 27.9 g | 56% | |
| Vitamin D | 0.0 mcg | 0% | |
| Calcium | 37 mg | 3% | |
| Iron | 1.9 mg | 11% | |
| Potassium | 369 mg | 8% | |
*The % Daily Value tells you how much a nutrient in a serving of food contributes to a daily diet. 2,000 calories a day is used for general nutrition advice.
