Description
This easy and flavorful Ranch Chicken Thighs recipe is perfect for a comforting home-cooked meal, packed with nutritious ingredients.
Ingredients
- Bone-in, skin-on chicken thighs
- Olive oil
- Ranch seasoning mix
- Garlic powder
- Onion powder
- Smoked paprika
- Dried thyme
- Black pepper
- Salt
- Optional: Fresh herbs, lemon zest, red pepper flakes
Instructions
- Preheat your oven to 200°C (400°F).
- Pat the chicken dry with paper towels to ensure crispy skin.
- Coat the chicken thighs with olive oil.
- Rub the ranch seasoning mix, garlic powder, onion powder, paprika, thyme, pepper, and salt onto the chicken.
- Lay the seasoned thighs on a lined baking sheet with space between them.
- Bake for 35 to 40 minutes until the internal temperature reaches 74°C (165°F) and the skin is golden and crispy.
- Allow the chicken to rest for five minutes before serving.
- Optional: Sprinkle with fresh parsley before serving.
Notes
Ensure to dry the chicken thoroughly for crispy skin and let it rest after cooking for juicier meat.
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 40 minutes
- Category: Main Course
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: American
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 serving
- Calories: 400
- Sugar: 0g
- Sodium: 600mg
- Fat: 20g
- Saturated Fat: 5g
- Unsaturated Fat: 10g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 5g
- Fiber: 0g
- Protein: 35g
- Cholesterol: 100mg
Keywords: chicken, ranch, easy dinner, meal prep, baked chicken