Moist Baked Chicken
Elevate your dinner game with this irresistible recipe for Moist Baked Chicken, featuring tender, bone-in, skin-on chicken thighs seasoned to perfection with a savory blend of garlic powder, paprika, dried thyme, and a touch of salt and pepper. This easy-to-make dish highlights a unique cooking technique by adding chicken broth or water to the baking dish, ensuring every bite is succulent and full of flavor while the optional lemon slices impart a vibrant zing. With just 10 minutes of prep time and a quick broil at the end for golden, crispy skin, this oven-baked chicken is perfect for busy weeknights or elegant dinner parties. Serve it warm, garnished with fresh parsley, alongside your favorite sides for a wholesome, crowd-pleasing meal. Keywords: moist baked chicken, tender oven-baked chicken thighs, flavorful chicken recipe.
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Recipe Information
Ingredients
- 4 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
- 0.25 cup Chicken broth or water
- 4 slices Lemon slices (optional)
- 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 remove excess moisture. This helps ensure crisp skin.
In a small bowl, mix together garlic powder, paprika, dried thyme, salt, and black pepper.
Rub each chicken thigh with olive oil, making sure they are evenly coated.
Sprinkle the seasoning mixture over both sides of the chicken thighs, rubbing it in gently to ensure even coverage.
Arrange the seasoned chicken thighs in a single layer in an oven-safe baking dish. Leave space around each piece for even cooking.
Pour the chicken broth or water into the base of the dish to keep the chicken moist during baking and prevent it from drying out.
If desired, place a slice of lemon on top of each chicken thigh for an extra layer of flavor.
Bake in the preheated oven for 35-40 minutes, or until the internal temperature of the chicken reaches 165°F (74°C) when measured with a meat thermometer.
During the last 2-3 minutes of baking, switch the oven to broil on high to crisp up the skin if desired. Keep a close eye on it to prevent burning.
Remove the dish from the oven and let the chicken rest for 5 minutes before serving to allow the juices to redistribute.
Garnish with chopped fresh parsley if desired and serve warm with your choice of sides.
Nutrition Facts
Calories |
1552 | ||
|---|---|---|---|
% Daily Value* |
|||
| Total Fat | 122.0 g | 156% | |
| Saturated Fat | 30.8 g | 154% | |
| Polyunsaturated Fat | 2.7 g | ||
| Cholesterol | 486 mg | 162% | |
| Sodium | 3077 mg | 134% | |
| Total Carbohydrate | 11.7 g | 4% | |
| Dietary Fiber | 3.8 g | 14% | |
| Total Sugars | 2.5 g | ||
| Protein | 110.2 g | 220% | |
| Vitamin D | 0.0 mcg | 0% | |
| Calcium | 103 mg | 8% | |
| Iron | 7.4 mg | 41% | |
| Potassium | 1300 mg | 28% | |
*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.
