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Baked Blackened Chicken Thighs

Baked Blackened Chicken Thighs

The ultimate comfort food, Baked Blackened Chicken Thighs deliver a flavor-packed experience with smoky spices and tender chicken. Perfect for an easy weeknight dinner or a weekend feast, this dish will satisfy your cravings and leave everyone asking for seconds.
Prep Time 5 minutes
Cook Time 50 minutes
Total Time 55 minutes
Servings: 4 servings
Course: Dinner
Cuisine: American
Calories: 350

Ingredients
  

  • 2 tsps Smoked Paprika
  • ½ tsp Cayenne Pepper
  • 1 tsp Dried Thyme
  • ½ tsp Dried Oregano
  • 1 tsp Garlic Powder
  • 1 tsp Onion Powder
  • ½ tsp Black Pepper
  • ½ tsp Sea Salt
  • 1.5 to 2 pounds Bone-in Chicken Thighs
  • 2 Tbsp Avocado Oil

Equipment

  • Wooden Spoon
  • Oven
  • Blender
  • Baking Sheet
  • Mixing Bowl

Method
 

  1. Stir all of the spices together in a small bowl to create the dry rub.
  2. Place the raw chicken thighs in a zip lock bag, along with the seasoning blend and the avocado oil. Seal the bag and thoroughly shake everything until all of the chicken is coated in the seasoning mixture.
  3. For the best results, allow the chicken to marinate in the refrigerator for at least 15 minutes, up to 24 hours; however, if you don’t have time to marinate, you can immediately bake the chicken.
  4. Preheat the oven to 375 degrees Fahrenheit and transfer the seasoned chicken thighs to a casserole dish, skin side up.
  5. Bake for 40 minutes at 375, then increase the oven temperature to 425 degrees F and bake for another 5 to 10 minutes, or until the skin reaches your desired level of crisp.
  6. The chicken is cooked through when it reaches an internal temperature of 165 degrees Fahrenheit. To check the temperature, insert a meat thermometer into the thickest part of the largest thigh to get an accurate read.
  7. Remove the chicken from the oven and allow it to rest for 10 to 15 minutes before serving it with your favorite side dishes.

Notes

  • You can also use sweet paprika: which is often my personal preference over smoked paprika.