Description
Succulent baked chicken emerges as a classic comfort dish that promises pure satisfaction. Herb-infused, golden-brown goodness delivers a delightful meal you’ll savor with each perfectly seasoned bite.
Ingredients
Scale
- 4 chicken thighs (bone-in, skin-on, about 680 g / 1.5 lbs)
- 2 tbsps olive oil
- 1 tsp salt
- 1 tsp black pepper
- 1 tsp garlic powder
- 1 tsp onion powder
- 1 tsp paprika
- 1 tsp dried Italian seasoning
- 1 tablespoon fresh chopped parsley (for garnish)
Instructions
- Thermal Preparation: Position the oven rack in the center and ignite to 400F (200C), lining a culinary tray with parchment or aluminum shield for effortless post-cooking restoration.
- Chicken Conditioning: Execute precise moisture extraction from poultry surfaces using absorbent fabric, guaranteeing optimal exterior crispness and achieving superior textural transformation.
- Flavor Infusion: Construct a harmonious seasoning blend combining olive oil, garlic essence, onion granules, paprika, herbal Mediterranean mixture, mineral crystals, and ground pepper. Massage this aromatic concoction comprehensively across chicken, ensuring complete flavor penetration and uniform coating.
- Thermal Transformation: Position protein segments strategically on prepared surface with skin orientation upward. Roast within heated chamber for 35-40 minutes, monitoring internal temperature until reaching precise 165F (74C) and developing golden, crackling exterior.
- Optional Intensity Enhancement: For adventurous palates desiring heightened textural complexity, activate broiler mechanism momentarily (2-3 minutes), vigilantly observing to prevent carbonization.
- Culinary Presentation: Embellish with freshly chopped verdant parsley and serve immediately alongside complementary accompaniments, presenting a visually enticing and gastronomically satisfying composition.
Notes
- Pat chicken completely dry before seasoning to ensure maximum skin crispiness and prevent soggy texture.
- Use a meat thermometer to accurately check internal temperature, guaranteeing chicken is perfectly cooked without drying out.
- Apply oil-based seasoning mixture generously and evenly, massaging into chicken surface for deeper flavor penetration and better coating.
- Watch carefully during final broiling stage, as skin can quickly burn; move rack to middle position and keep oven door slightly open to control browning process.
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 40 minutes
- Category: Dinner
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: American
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 5
- Calories: 300
- Sugar: 0 g
- Sodium: 600 mg
- Fat: 20 g
- Saturated Fat: 5 g
- Unsaturated Fat: 15 g
- Trans Fat: 0 g
- Carbohydrates: 1 g
- Fiber: 0 g
- Protein: 25 g
- Cholesterol: 85 mg