Baked Boneless Chicken Thighs
Baked boneless chicken thighs offer a quick and delicious meal option that combines juicy, tender meat with a flavorful marinade. Perfect for busy weeknights or impressing guests, this dish guarantees a golden-brown finish that looks as good as it tastes. With minimal prep time, you can enjoy a comforting home-cooked feast without the fuss.
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 30 minutes
- Total Time: 40 minutes
- Yield: Serves 4
- Category: Main
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: American
Ingredients
Scale
- 1.5 lbs boneless skinless chicken thighs
- 2 tbsp extra virgin olive oil
- 1 tsp garlic powder
- 1 tsp paprika
- 1 tsp salt
- 1/2 tsp black pepper
- 1 tbsp honey or brown sugar
- 2 tbsp freshly squeezed lemon juice
Instructions
- Preheat your oven to 400°F (200°C) and spray a baking dish with nonstick cooking spray.
- Pat the chicken thighs dry with paper towels and place them in a large bowl.
- In another bowl, mix olive oil, garlic powder, paprika, salt, pepper, honey or brown sugar, and lemon juice until well combined.
- Pour the marinade over the chicken thighs, tossing to coat evenly.
- Arrange the coated chicken in a single layer in the baking dish and bake for 25-30 minutes until they reach an internal temperature of 165°F (74°C).
- Remove from the oven and let rest for 5 minutes before serving.
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 4 oz (113g)
- Calories: 245
- Sugar: 3g
- Sodium: 520mg
- Fat: 13g
- Saturated Fat: 2g
- Unsaturated Fat: 10g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 4g
- Fiber: 0g
- Protein: 28g
- Cholesterol: 95mg