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April 29, 2025
Here's a great dish to have in your repertoire for those times when you need to get dinner together in a hurry. The prep takes all of 5 minutes and the chicken is done in about 20 more! The recipe is a Yummly original created by Edwina Clark, RDN.
6 Ingredients
Recipe
Classic Garlic-Baked Chicken Thighs
Instructions
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Preheat the oven to 425°F.
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Line a baking sheet with aluminum foil. Spray liberally with nonstick cooking spray.
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Whisk together the salt, black pepper, olive oil, and garlic powder in a medium mixing bowl.
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Add the chicken to the mixing bowl, and toss to coat in the olive oil and flavorings. Arrange the chicken thighs on the prepared baking sheet.
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Bake on middle rack of oven until the thickest part of the chicken reaches and internal temperature of 165°F, about 20 minutes.
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Check to see that chicken is done. Remove from oven or add time as needed.
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Allow the chicken thighs to rest for 5 minutes before serving.
Percent Daily Values are based on a 2,000 calorie diet. Your daily values may be higher or lower depending on your calorie needs.
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Tips & Tricks (5)
- Garlic Powder Pro Tip 🧄Toast the garlic powder in a dry skillet for 30 seconds before seasoning to intensify its flavor and reduce any raw, bitter notes.
- Moisture Magic 💦Pat chicken thighs completely dry with paper towels before seasoning to ensure a perfect crispy exterior and better herb adherence.
- Oil Distribution Technique 🖌️Use a silicone brush to evenly coat chicken thighs with olive oil, ensuring consistent browning and preventing dry spots.
- Skinless Thigh Secret 🔪Score the chicken thighs lightly with a sharp knife to help seasonings penetrate deeper and create more surface area for flavor.
- Baking Tray Trick 🥘Use a wire rack on your baking sheet to allow air circulation around the chicken, resulting in more even cooking and crispier edges.
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Diet at a Glance
Gluten Free
High Protein
Low Sugar
Low Carb
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