Quick 30 Minute Oven Boneless Skinless Chicken Thighs
A simple and quick recipe for oven-baked boneless skinless chicken thighs ready in just 30 minutes.
- Prep Time: 5 minutes
- Cook Time: 30 minutes
- Total Time: 35 minutes
- Yield: 4 servings 1x
- Category: Main Dish
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: American
- Diet: Gluten Free
Ingredients
Scale
- 1.5 pounds boneless skinless chicken thighs
- 2 tablespoons olive oil
- 1 teaspoon garlic powder
- 1 teaspoon paprika
- 1 teaspoon salt
- 1/2 teaspoon black pepper
- 1 tablespoon lemon juice
- 1 tablespoon chopped fresh parsley (optional, for garnish)
Instructions
- Preheat your oven to 425°F (220°C).
- Pat the chicken thighs dry thoroughly using paper towels.
- Place chicken in a bowl and drizzle with olive oil.
- Sprinkle garlic powder, paprika, salt, and black pepper over the chicken.
- Add lemon juice and toss everything to coat evenly.
- Arrange the chicken thighs in a single layer in a lightly greased baking dish.
- Bake for 25–30 minutes until fully cooked and golden.
- Optional: Broil for the last 2–3 minutes for crispier edges.
- Remove from the oven, rest for 5 minutes.
- Garnish with chopped parsley and serve warm.
Notes
- Ensure the chicken is cooked through before serving.
- Use a meat thermometer to check that the internal temperature has reached 165°F (75°C).
- Marinate the chicken thighs in the seasoning for a few hours for enhanced flavor.
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 thigh
- Calories: 220
- Sugar: 0g
- Sodium: 600mg
- Fat: 12g
- Saturated Fat: 2g
- Unsaturated Fat: 8g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 0g
- Fiber: 0g
- Protein: 26g
- Cholesterol: 100mg