Baked Chicken
A simple and delicious baked chicken recipe with herbs and spices, perfect for a family dinner.
Prep
: 10
Total
: 25 minutes
Ingredients
Main Ingredients
- 4 pieces bone-in, skin-on chicken thighs
- 2 tablespoons olive oil
- 1 teaspoon salt
- 0.5 teaspoon black pepper
- 1 teaspoon garlic powder
- 1 teaspoon paprika
- 0.5 teaspoon dried thyme
- 0.5 teaspoon dried rosemary
- 1 lemon lemon, sliced optional
Instructions
Preparation Steps
- Preheat the oven to 375°F (190°C).
- Pat the chicken thighs dry with paper towels.
- In a small bowl, mix together salt, pepper, garlic powder, paprika, thyme, and rosemary.
- Rub the chicken thighs with olive oil, then coat evenly with the spice mixture.
- Place the chicken thighs skin-side up in a baking dish. Add lemon slices around the chicken if desired.
- Bake in the preheated oven for 50–60 minutes, or until the internal temperature reaches 165°F (74°C) and the skin is golden and crispy.
- Let the chicken rest for 5 minutes before serving.
Notes
Serve with roasted vegetables or a fresh salad for a complete meal.