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Four perfectly cooked, crispy skin chicken thighs resting in a buttery sauce, a great example of 25 Genius Chicken Thigh Recipes Ideas.

Genius Chicken Thigh Recipes Ideas for Busy Weeknights

This recipe provides a simple method for preparing flavorful chicken thighs suitable for busy weeknights.
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Prep Time 15 minutes
Cook Time 35 minutes
Total Time 50 minutes
Servings: 4 people
Course: Dinner
Cuisine: American
Calories: 350
Ingredients Equipment Method Nutrition Notes

Ingredients
  

For the Chicken
  • 4 bone-in, skin-on chicken thighs About 6-8 ounces each
  • 1 tbsp olive oil
  • 1 tsp salt
  • 1/2 tsp black pepper
  • 1 tsp paprika

Equipment

  • Roaster Oven
  • Meat thermometer

Method
 

  1. Preheat your roaster oven to 375 degrees Fahrenheit (190 degrees Celsius).
  2. Pat the chicken thighs dry using paper towels. This helps the skin crisp up.
  3. In a small bowl, mix the olive oil, salt, pepper, and paprika.
  4. Rub the oil and spice mixture evenly over the chicken thighs, making sure to cover the skin.
  5. Place the chicken thighs skin-side up in the roaster oven pan. Do not overcrowd the pan.
  6. Roast for 30 to 35 minutes, or until the internal temperature reaches 165 degrees Fahrenheit (74 degrees Celsius) when checked with a meat thermometer in the thickest part of the thigh.
  7. Remove the chicken from the oven and let it rest for 5 minutes before serving.

Nutrition

Calories: 350kcalCarbohydrates: 1gProtein: 35gFat: 22gSodium: 500mg

Notes

For extra crispy skin, you can briefly switch the roaster oven to the high broil setting for the last 2-3 minutes, watching carefully to prevent burning.

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