Description
This juicy baked chicken recipe features perfectly golden crispy skin that is full of flavor and moisture, making it a delicious main dish for any occasion.
Ingredients
Scale
- 4 chicken thighs, bone-in and skin-on
- 4 chicken drumsticks, bone-in and skin-on
- 2 tablespoons olive oil
- 1 teaspoon garlic powder
- 1 teaspoon onion powder
- 1 teaspoon smoked paprika
- 1 teaspoon dried thyme
- 1 teaspoon salt
- 1/2 teaspoon black pepper
- 1 lemon, sliced
- Fresh herbs for garnish (optional)
Instructions
- Preheat the oven to 425°F (220°C).
- In a large bowl, combine olive oil, garlic powder, onion powder, smoked paprika, dried thyme, salt, and black pepper.
- Add the chicken pieces to the bowl and toss until they are evenly coated with the seasoning mixture.
- Place the chicken pieces on a baking sheet lined with parchment paper, skin side up.
- Arrange lemon slices around the chicken for added flavor.
- Bake in the preheated oven for 35-40 minutes, or until the chicken is cooked through and the skin is golden and crispy.
- Use a meat thermometer to check that the internal temperature of the chicken reaches 165°F (75°C).
- Remove from the oven and let the chicken rest for 5 minutes before serving.
- Garnish with fresh herbs if desired and enjoy your juicy baked chicken!
Notes
- For extra crispy skin, you can broil the chicken for an additional 2-3 minutes at the end of cooking.
- Feel free to use chicken breasts or a whole chicken, adjusting the cooking time as necessary.
- Marinating the chicken in the seasoning for a few hours or overnight can enhance the flavor.
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 chicken thigh or drumstick
- Calories: 320
- Sugar: 0
- Sodium: 600
- Fat: 22
- Saturated Fat: 6
- Carbohydrates: 1
- Fiber: 0
- Protein: 28
- Cholesterol: 150
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