Ingredients
Equipment
Method
- Preheat your oven to 400°F. Line a rimmed baking sheet or large rimmed pan with foil. Place the lined pan in the oven as it heats. You want the pan to be hot when you add the chicken.
- In a large bowl, combine the olive oil with all the seasonings (garlic powder, onion powder, paprika, Italian seasoning, parsley, salt, and pepper) until a paste forms.
- Add the chicken thighs to the bowl with the seasoning paste. Toss to coat, working in batches if needed. Rub the seasoning into the skin of each thigh.
- Carefully place the seasoned chicken thighs onto the hot pan in the oven. Dot the chicken with the diced butter, if using. Bake for 20 minutes.
- Carefully remove the pan from the oven. Baste the chicken with the juices that have accumulated in the pan. Return the pan to the oven and bake for another 10 minutes.
- Baste the chicken again. Finish baking for 5 to 15 more minutes, or until the internal temperature of the chicken reaches 165°F when checked with a meat thermometer.
Nutrition
Notes
You can substitute dried oregano for Italian seasoning or parsley if you don't have them. Olive oil is recommended, but any vegetable oil works. Butter is optional for added flavor and browning; omit it for a dairy-free option. Ensure you rub the seasoning paste well into the chicken skin. If you prefer not to touch raw chicken or want to prevent seasoning wash-off, you can sprinkle a separate mixture of spices over the chicken after the second basting. Always check the internal temperature with a meat thermometer to ensure the chicken is safely cooked. Use a rimmed pan to catch the juices released during baking.