Go Back Email Link
+ servings
Blackened chicken in a casserole dish
Print Recipe Pin Recipe Save Recipe
4.60 from 5 votes

Baked Blackened Chicken Thighs

Easy baked blackened chicken thighs turns out magically tender with the most incredible flavorful crispy skin! A weeknight staple!
Prep Time5 minutes
Cook Time50 minutes
Total Time55 minutes
Course: Main Dishes
Cuisine: American
Servings: 4 Servings
Calories: 375kcal
Author: Julia

Ingredients

  • 2 tsp 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
  • 1/2 tsp sea salt to taste
  • 1.5 to 2 pounds bone-in chicken thighs 4 thighs
  • 2 Tbsp avocado oil

Instructions

  • Stir all of the spices together in a small bowl to create the dry rub.
    Seasonings for blackened chicken in a ramekin
  • 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.
    Chicken and seasoning in a zip lock bag
  • 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.
    Bag of raw chicken with seasonings to be marinated in the refrigerator
  • Preheat the oven to 375 degrees Fahrenheit and transfer the seasoned chicken thighs to a casserole dish, skin side up.
    Transfer the chicken to a roasting pan
  • 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. 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.
    horizontal top down photo of blackened chicken in a baking dish
  • 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.

Nutrition

Serving: 1Thigh | Calories: 375kcal | Protein: 29g | Fat: 29g