Description
These Garlic Parmesan Crispy Chicken Thighs are a delightful combination of flavors and textures. With a crispy, golden-brown skin and a savory Parmesan crust, these juicy chicken thighs are a delicious and easy-to-make meal for any day of the week.
Ingredients
Scale
Chicken Thighs:
- 6 bone-in, skin-on chicken thighs
Seasoning:
- 2 tbsp olive oil
- 1 tsp salt
- 1/2 tsp black pepper
- 1 tsp garlic powder
- 1/2 tsp onion powder
- 1/2 tsp smoked paprika
Additional:
- 1/2 cup grated Parmesan cheese
- 3 cloves garlic, minced
- 1 tbsp fresh parsley, chopped (for garnish)
Instructions
- Preheat the oven: Preheat the oven to 425°F.
- Prepare the chicken: Pat the chicken thighs dry and season with a mixture of salt, pepper, garlic powder, onion powder, and smoked paprika.
- Sear the chicken: Sear the seasoned chicken thighs in olive oil until golden and crispy.
- Add garlic and cheese: Add minced garlic to the pan, top chicken with Parmesan cheese, and bake in the oven until crispy.
- Rest and serve: Let the chicken rest before garnishing with parsley and serving.
Notes
- For extra crispiness, broil the chicken for the last few minutes of baking.
- Pair with mashed potatoes, roasted vegetables, or a green salad.
- Boneless thighs can be used, adjusting the cooking time accordingly.
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 30 minutes
- Category: Main Course
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: American
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 chicken thigh
- Calories: 320
- Sugar: 0g
- Sodium: 520mg
- Fat: 23g
- Saturated Fat: 7g
- Unsaturated Fat: 14g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 1g
- Fiber: 0g
- Protein: 26g
- Cholesterol: 105mg
