Description
A simple and delicious baked chicken recipe that delivers juicy, flavorful chicken with crispy skin, perfect for any dinner.
Ingredients
- Chicken pieces (thighs, breasts, or drumsticks)
- Olive oil
- Salt (kosher)
- Black pepper (freshly cracked)
- Garlic powder
- Paprika (smoked for extra kick)
- Optional herbs (thyme or rosemary)
Instructions
- Preheat the oven to 400°F (200°C).
- Pat the chicken pieces dry with paper towels.
- In a large bowl, drizzle olive oil over the chicken and season generously with salt, pepper, garlic powder, and paprika.
- Arrange the chicken skin-side up on a lined baking sheet, giving space between pieces.
- Bake for about 35-40 minutes, until cooked through and skin is golden brown.
- Let the chicken rest for 5 minutes before serving.
Notes
Use a meat thermometer to ensure chicken reaches an internal temperature of 165°F (75°C). Marinate overnight for enhanced flavor.
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 40 minutes
- Category: Main Course
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: American
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 serving
- Calories: 350
- Sugar: 0g
- Sodium: 600mg
- Fat: 15g
- Saturated Fat: 3g
- Unsaturated Fat: 9g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 2g
- Fiber: 0g
- Protein: 32g
- Cholesterol: 90mg