Easy Baked Chicken Thighs
Looking for an easy weeknight dinner? Make these easy baked chicken thighs.
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Servings: 10 chicken thighs
Calories: 159kcal
Equipment
Ingredients
- 2¼ pounds boneless, skinless chicken thighs
- 2 tablespoons chili powder
- 1 tablespoon ground cumin
- 1 tablespoon garlic powder
- ½ tablespoon paprika
- ½ teaspoon onion powder
- 2 teaspoons salt (plus more if needed)
- ¼ teaspoon cayenne powder
- 2 tablespoons neutral oil (plus 2 teaspoons for greasing)
- 1 lime (juiced)
Instructions
Marinate the chicken:
- Combine chicken thighs with all the spices, 2 tablespoons of neutral oil, and lime juice. Toss until well-coated. Marinate for 30 minutes or up to 2 hours.
Bake the chicken:
- Preheat the oven to 425ºF.
- Grease a baking sheet with 2 teaspoons of neutral oil. Arrange the chicken thighs in an even layer. Transfer to the preheated oven for 30 minutes.
Broil the chicken (optional):
- If you like, broil the tops of the chicken thighs for 2–3 minutes after they reach 165ºF.
To serve:
- Chop, thinly slice, or shred the chicken. Enjoy in tacos, salad, quesadillas, or on top of black beans and rice. Enjoy!
Nutrition
Calories: 159kcal | Carbohydrates: 3g | Protein: 20g | Fat: 7g | Sodium: 584mg | Fiber: 1g | Sugar: 0.3g | Vitamin C: 2mg
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