What temperature should i bake chicken thighs

Q: What is the best temp to cook chicken thighs?

Whether theyre on a sheet pan, in a skillet, or in a saucy marinade, the best temperature for cooking boneless, skinless chicken thighs in the oven is between 400°F and 450°F, with 425°F being the temperature we rely on most often.

Wondering how to make the crispiest baked chicken thighs of all time? You've come to the right place. This simple recipe, which calls for just a few ingredients you probably already have on hand, will quickly become a mainstay in your dinner rotation.

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Crispy Baked Chicken Thighs Ingredients
How to Make Baked Chicken Thighs In the Oven
What to Serve With Crispy Baked Chicken Thighs
How to Store Baked Chicken Thighs
Allrecipes Community Tips and Praise
Let's go directly into tips for success when making baked chicken thighs:
Pat them dry with paper towels before seasoning. The natural moisture from the chicken can prevent getting a really good sear. These thighs basically sear right in the oven, so this is an important but quick step to take.
How long and at what temperature should you bake the thighs? You'll want to bake these at 400 degrees for 35-45 minutes without moving or turning them during the process. This temperature and time ensure that crispy outside and juicy inside we're looking for. The chicken should reach an internal temperature of 165 degrees before being consumed.
Use a rimmed baking sheet. The chicken will produce some of its tasty natural juices, and you don't want those running off the pan into your oven!
I use bone in and skin on chicken thighs for this recipe. I find that it produces the best results. However, if you have boneless skinless on hand or that is just your preference, they work just fine with this recipe as well! They may take about 10 minutes less to cook, so just keep an eye on them.
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Crispy Baked Chicken Thighs Ingredients

Here's what you'll need to make this recipe for crispy baked chicken thighs:

Chicken Thighs
Opt for skin-on, bone-in chicken thighs for the crispiest and most flavorful results.

Seasonings
These baked chicken thighs are simply seasoned with salt, pepper, and garlic powder. You can add spices and seasonings to taste (try cayenne pepper to turn up the heat or paprika for smokiness).

How to Make Baked Chicken Thighs In the Oven

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It truly couldn't be easier to bake crispy chicken thighs. You'll find the full, step-by-step recipe below — but here's a brief overview of what you can expect when you make this top-rated recipe:

Pat the chicken thighs dry with a paper towel, then gently lift the skin and season to taste. Replace the skin and set the chicken on a wire rack in a broiler pan or on a baking sheet. Bake in an oven preheated to 475 degrees F until the skin is golden. Reduce the heat to 400 degrees F and continue cooking until the juices run clear.

A digital thermometer inserted into the thickest part of the thigh should read 165 degrees F.

What to Serve With Crispy Baked Chicken Thighs

These simple baked chicken thighs will work well with any of your favorite side dishes, from French fries or macaroni and cheese to roasted veggies or a side salad. For delicious inspiration, explore our collection of 30 Best Side Dishes for Chicken, No Matter How You Cook It.

How to Store Baked Chicken Thighs

Store the baked chicken thighs in a shallow airtight container or wrapped in foil in the fridge for up to four days. Reheat in the microwave or in the oven.

Allrecipes Community Tips and Praise

"Hallelujah," raves Leah Ann McCarthy Burch. "I love this chicken recipe! I can now have crispy-skinned chicken from the oven! This is a big hit with the family: More nutritious than pan-fried and inexpensive as well."

"This was amazing," according to Paulyshel. "Can't believe how great it was with only those simple spices. I used chicken breasts (bone-in, skin on) because I accidentally thawed the wrong type of chicken. It was still great — and juicy, which in my opinion, chicken rarely is."

"A staple in my house," says Sully. "The best way to make chicken! Easy and tasty. I play around a little with the spices — sometimes rosemary, sometimes oregano or smoked paprika."

Editorial contributions by Corey Williams

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Crispy Baked Chicken Thighs - The most amazing oven baked chicken thighs! These chicken thighs come out crispy on the outside and amazingly tender and juicy on the inside. Baked chicken thighs are so easy to make with only a few ingredients and one pan!

Ok, folks! One of the questions I get asked most often is how to cook chicken thighs. They're so easy to make, and this has become one of my most popular recipes! If you're looking for other fun chicken thigh recipes, try these Garlic Parmesan Chicken Thighs and these Greek Chicken Thighs! We're also loving these Grilled Chicken Thighs during the summer months and of course Crispy Baked Chicken Wings all year long!

Questions that I hear about them the most are:

How long do I cook chicken thighs in the oven and at what temperature?
How do I cook chicken thighs in a pan but make sure they turn out crispy on the outside?
Should I use boneless skinless chicken thighs are bone in with skin?

I think people love the thigh meat because it's super flavorful, but they just aren't as familiar with cooking them as they are the breast meat. Luckily, it's an incredibly easy process that takes only a few minutes of prep and then the thighs bake up to crispy tender perfection on a sheet pan.

And, I am here to answer those questions for you today with my favorite baked chicken thigh recipe ever, plus a quick video that shows just how I make them!

Let's go directly into tips for success when making baked chicken thighs:

Pat them dry with paper towels before seasoning. The natural moisture from the chicken can prevent getting a really good sear. These thighs basically sear right in the oven, so this is an important but quick step to take.
How long and at what temperature should you bake the thighs? You'll want to bake these at 400 degrees for 35-45 minutes without moving or turning them during the process. This temperature and time ensure that crispy outside and juicy inside we're looking for. The chicken should reach an internal temperature of 165 degrees before being consumed.
Use a rimmed baking sheet. The chicken will produce some of its tasty natural juices, and you don't want those running off the pan into your oven!
I use bone in and skin on chicken thighs for this recipe. I find that it produces the best results. However, if you have boneless skinless on hand or that is just your preference, they work just fine with this recipe as well! They may take about 10 minutes less to cook, so just keep an eye on them.

I hope you guys enjoy this simple chicken recipe as much as my family does! As always, leave me a comment if you have additional questions, I'm happy to answer them!

Be sure to check out our video for this recipe below and follow along on Facebook to see all of the yummy food videos we share!

~Nichole

▢ 3 Pounds Chicken thighs, About 6-8
▢ 2 Tablespoons Olive Oil
▢ 2 Teaspoons Salt
▢ 2 Teaspoons Garlic Powder
▢ 2 Teaspoon Onion Powder
▢ 2 Teaspoons Italian Seasoning
▢ 1 Teaspoon Black Pepper
▢ 1 Teaspoon Paprika

Preheat oven to 400 degrees. Line a large baking sheet with foil for easy cleanup and set aside.
Remove the chicken thighs from their packaging and pat them dry with paper towels. Arrange the chicken thighs on prepared baking sheet and drizzle with the olive oil rubbing the oil into the chicken to coat.
In a small bowl mix together the salt, pepper, garlic powder, onion powder, Italian seasoning, and paprika. Sprinkle the spices over the chicken evenly.
Bake chicken in preheated oven for 35-45 minutes.*

*Chicken should reach an internal temperature of 165 degrees before consuming.

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Nichole is the founder and CEO of The Salty Marshmallow. Her passion for cooking and baking began over a decade ago, and she specializes in easy recipes with big flavor that the whole family will love! Read more about Nichole here.

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What is the best temp to cook chicken thighs?

Whether they're on a sheet pan, in a skillet, or in a saucy marinade, the best temperature for cooking boneless, skinless chicken thighs in the oven is between 400°F and 450°F, with 425°F being the temperature we rely on most often.

Is it better to Bake chicken at 350 or 375?

Given the fact that drumsticks and thighs are dark meat and won't dry out as easily as breasts, the range from 350 to 450 degrees is okay for baking them. 350 to 375 is generally best for breasts. The best answer to these questions? Simply check the chicken for doneness using an instant read thermometer.

How long does it take to cook chicken thighs at 375 degrees?

Preheat the oven to 375 degrees F (190 degrees C). Place chicken thighs in a baking dish; season both sides with garlic powder and onion flakes. Bake in the preheated oven until no longer pink at the bone and juices run clear, about 30 minutes.

How long should you bake chicken at 400 degrees?

Oven Baked To bake a boneless skinless chicken breast in the oven at 400°F, it will take approximately 20 to 30 minutes for a chicken breast that is approximately 1 inch thick to fully cook. You want to look for the internal temperature to reach 165°F at a minimum, and for the chicken to still be nice and tender.