Easy Oven Baked Chicken: Juicy Recipe for Flavorful Comfort Meals
This easy oven baked chicken recipe provides a juicy and flavorful meal that is perfect for family dinners or comforting solo meals.
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 45 minutes
- Total Time: 55 minutes
- Yield: 4 servings
- Category: Main Course
- Method: Oven Baked
- Cuisine: American
- Diet: Gluten-Free
Ingredients
Scale
- 4 chicken thighs
- 2 tablespoons olive oil
- 1 teaspoon garlic powder
- 1 teaspoon paprika
- ½ teaspoon salt
- ½ teaspoon black pepper
Instructions
- Preheat the oven to 375°F (190°C).
- In a bowl, mix together olive oil, garlic powder, paprika, salt, and black pepper.
- Coat the chicken thighs with the spice mixture.
- Place the chicken on a baking sheet.
- Bake for 45 minutes or until the internal temperature reaches 165°F (74°C).
- Let rest for 5 minutes before serving.
Notes
- For extra flavor, marinate the chicken overnight.
- Serve with a side of roasted vegetables for a complete meal.
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 chicken thigh
- Calories: 250
- Sugar: 0 g
- Sodium: 500 mg
- Fat: 15 g
- Saturated Fat: 3 g
- Unsaturated Fat: 10 g
- Trans Fat: 0 g
- Carbohydrates: 0 g
- Fiber: 0 g
- Protein: 24 g
- Cholesterol: 90 mg