Juicy Baked Boneless Chicken Thighs (quick and easy)

Juicy baked boneless chicken thighs on a light gray plate.

Juicy Baked Boneless Chicken Thighs (quick and easy)

This boneless chicken thighs recipe bakes up juicy and flavorful every time! Perfect for an easy weeknight dinner, these chicken thighs are done in under 30 minutes from start to finish. Made with simple ingredients, they deliver incredible flavor with little effort.

Course Dinner

Cuisine American

Keyword boneless chicken, boneless skinless chicken thighs recipe, chicken dinner recipe

Prep Time 5

Cook Time 25

Total Time 30

Servings

Author Ivory

Equipment

Sheet pan
Cooking Tongs

Ingredients

2.5 tablespoons olive oil
½ teaspoon salt (or salt to taste)
¼ teaspoon ground black pepper
1 teaspoon onion powder
1 teaspoon garlic powder
1 teaspoon smoked paprika
1 teaspoon brown sugar
½ teaspoon Italian seasoning
1.5 pounds boneless skinless chicken thighs

Instructions

Preheat oven to 425 degrees Fahrenheit. Line a sheet pan with aluminum foil and set aside.
To a large bowl, add the olive oil, salt, pepper, garlic powder, onion powder, smoked paprika, brown sugar, and Italian seasoning. Stir until well blended. You can add more olive oil if the mixture is too thick.
Add the chicken thighs to the bowl and using your hands, toss the chicken in the oil seasoning mixture until the chicken is well coated.
Add the chicken thighs to the sheet pan smooth side up and bake uncovered for 20 to 30 minutes, until the internal temperature is 165 degrees Fahrenheit. Flip the chicken at least once during the cooking process.

Notes

Recipe Variations And Substitutions:

BBQ sauce - Brush the chicken thighs with BBQ sauce during the last 5 minutes of cooking for a nice twist.
Add some heat - Try adding a half teaspoon of salt-free Cajun seasoning or red pepper flakes for a little heat.

Storage And Reheating Instructions:

Store leftovers in an airtight container in the refrigerator for up to 3 days.
Reheat in the microwave on high for 30 seconds at a time until warm.

Pro Tips:

Line the sheet pan with aluminum foil for easy clean up.
The chicken thighs I used were medium in size and took about 25 minutes to cook in a preheated oven set to 425 degrees Fahrenheit. You may require a little more or less time depending on the size of your chicken thighs.
This recipe can easily be doubled if needed.

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