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A perfectly cooked, crispy oven chicken thigh with a rich paprika rub, served alongside roasted potatoes and carrots.

Crispy Oven Chicken Thighs with Paprika Rub

This recipe delivers crispy skin chicken thighs roasted alongside simple vegetables using a smoky paprika rub. It is an easy, one-pan meal cooked in the oven.
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Prep Time 15 minutes
Cook Time 40 minutes
Resting Time 5 minutes
Total Time 1 hour
Servings: 4 servings
Course: Dinner, Lunch
Cuisine: American
Calories: 450
Ingredients Equipment Method Nutrition Notes

Ingredients
  

For the Chicken and Marinade
  • 4 pieces Bone-in chicken thighs skin-on for extra crispiness
  • 2 tablespoons Smoked paprika the star spice delivering warm, smoky flavor
  • 1 teaspoon Garlic powder adds depth and a subtle savory kick
  • 1 teaspoon Salt essential for seasoning
  • 1 teaspoon Black pepper essential for seasoning
  • 2 tablespoons Olive oil helps the paprika adhere
For the Veggies
  • 1 pound Baby potatoes bite-sized for even cooking
  • 2 pieces Carrots adds natural sweetness
  • 2 pieces Red bell peppers bring vibrant color
  • 1 piece Onion adds a hint of sweetness

Equipment

  • Oven
  • Baking sheet
  • Large bowl

Method
 

  1. Preheat oven to 400°F (200°C) and position the rack in the center.
  2. Marinate chicken in a large bowl with olive oil, smoked paprika, garlic powder, salt, and pepper.
  3. Prepare veggies by halving baby potatoes, slicing carrots, and cutting red peppers and onions.
  4. Spread seasoned veggies evenly on a rimmed baking sheet and nestle chicken thighs skin-side up among the veggies.
  5. Roast at 400°F for 35–40 minutes, until chicken skin is golden brown and an instant-read thermometer reads 165°F.
  6. Rest the chicken and veggies for 5 minutes on the baking sheet.

Nutrition

Calories: 450kcalCarbohydrates: 30gProtein: 35gFat: 20gSaturated Fat: 5gCholesterol: 110mgSodium: 300mgPotassium: 900mgFiber: 5gSugar: 4gVitamin A: 1500IUVitamin C: 60mgCalcium: 40mgIron: 2mg

Notes

Optional: Sprinkle with chopped parsley before serving for a fresh color pop.

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