Baked Bone In Chicken Thighs

5 from 7 votes

These ultra-crispy and juicy baked bone-in chicken thighs are perfectly tender and full of savory seasoned flavor.

Prep Time10

Cook Time30

Total Time40

Course: dinner

Cuisine: American

Servings: people

Calories: 407kcal

Preheat the oven to 425°F.
In a small bowl, mix 2 teaspoons onion powder, 2 teaspoons garlic powder, 1 ½ teaspoon smoked paprika, ½ teaspoon thyme, 1 teaspoon oregano, 1 teaspoon salt, and ½ teaspoon black pepper together. Set aside.
Put each piece of chicken on a rack on top of a baking sheet.
Melt the butter in a dish and then baste it directly on top of the meat, as well as on top of the skin.
Add about 1 Tablespoon of the dry seasoning to each piece of chicken, ensuring the rub is put directly on the meat and on the skin. Use your hands to spread the rub evenly over the entire piece.
Put the pan in the oven and bake for about 30 minutes or until the internal temperature measures 165°F.
When done, remove the chicken thighs from the oven and allow to cool for 3-5 minutes before serving.

The key to getting ultra-crispy chicken thighs is to use a wire rack above your baking sheet. The rack helps air flow so that every side is crispy, and you're not left with a crispy top but soggy bottom. On that note, avoid overcrowding the pan so each piece of chicken has at least 1-2 inches of space around it.
When adding the rub to the skin, really get it under the skin and all over the skin. You can't add too much.
Since this dish is cooked at such a high temperature, it's likely to splatter some. Make sure to have the pan on the middle rack of the oven.
The chicken takes around 30 minutes to cook, but since every oven is a little different, just be sure the internal temperature is 165 degrees F.
Store any leftovers in an airtight container for up to 3-4 days in the refrigerator. To reheat, either place it on a baking sheet and bake at 350°F for 10-20 minutes until warm, or cook in the microwave in 30 second increments until heated.
You can also freeze the leftover chicken for up to 4 months in an airtight container or freezer bag. Defrost before using.