Recipe for Easy Baked Chicken Thighs. Baked juicy and tender chicken thighs recipe that will become a regular in your kitchen. Such a wonderful recipe that has a prep time of 10 minutes and results in the most tender and juicy baked chicken dinner, using ingredients you already have!
This chicken recipe, along with our Tender Chicken Thighs is on our dinner menu regularly.
easy baked chicken thigh recipe-
I am a huge fan of easy chicken recipes, especially these baked chicken thighs. Chicken is an easy protein to work with. It’s so versatile and when marinating properly, there’s not too much that can go wrong!
Chicken thighs are my favorite cut of chicken to bake in the oven, they come out so juicy and tender. This recipe is probably my favorite way to bake thighs. Marinating is so easy, quick and you most likely already have everything in your kitchen. This baked chicken thigh dinner will be a regular!
can I stip the marinade time?
Marinading the chicken 3-4 hours is preferred, but not necessary. These easy chicken thighs will taste just as wonderful if you prepare them and cook them immediately. They just won’t be as tender as the marinade will not have time to penetrate through the meat yet.
can I prepare oven chicken thighs in advance?
Yes, this is the perfect recipe to prepare in advance! You can marinade the chicken the day before in the unique mayo garlic marinade.
Rub the marinade and season the chicken thighs and place into a casserole dish. Then, all I have to do is just bake the chicken thighs for dinner. So easy and eliminates extra prep work.
can I taste the mayo?
You will not be able to taste the mayo once the chicken is baked. It is used as a tenderizer and once the seasoning is added and chicken is baked, you’d never know there was mayo involved! 🙂
how to make the most tender chicken thighs?.
This chicken thigh recipe is so so quick to prep and don’t be turned away by the ingredients. The final product is phenomenal and it will become a favorite – even the picky eaters will approve.
- In a bowl, combine the mayo, olive oil and minced garlic.
- Add the chicken thighs and coat with mayo mixture.
- Prepare the seasoning. In a separate combine the salt, pepper, chili pepper and paprika.
- Generously season boat sides of chicken thighs with the seasoning.
- Add the thighs to a baking dish and cover.
- Set aside to marinate at least 3 – 4 hours in the refrigerator.
- Bake.
how long should I bake chicken thighs in the oven?
Bake boneless, skinless chicken thighs about 45 minutes at 375°F. Remove foil and broil for 8-10 minutes, until tops of thighs are crispy.
TIP: Keep in mind, the size of the thighs and different ovens may slightly affect the baking of the chicken thighs. It is best to test the readiness of the thighs with a cooking thermometer. Cooked chicken should read 165°F internal temperature. (Check the thickest part of a chicken in the center of it.)
can I reheat chicken thighs?
Yes, these juicy chicken thighs are great when reheated. To reheat, cover thighs and bake until heated or reheat in a skillet with the extra juicy on med/low heat until reheated.
what to do with leftover chicken?
If you have any leftovers, shred the chicken and use in Quesadillas or Buffalo Chicken Dip or cube the meat and use in Chicken Fried Rice.
I hope you give these Baked Chicken Thigh Recipe a try. You’ll be so surprised at the flavors of the chicken. SO GOOD!
Try these other recipes with minimal prep time:
- Salmon Shrimp and Asparagus– Baked salmon with shrimp and asparagus.
- Potato and Chicken Casserole- Potatoes with chicken in a creamy sauce.
- Easy Potatoes and Meat Casserole- Hearty meat and potato casserole.
- One Pan Chicken and Vegetable- Chicken thighs with vegetable baked as a one-pan meal!
Easy Baked Chicken Thighs
Ingredients
- 3 lbs chicken thighs (boneless & skinless)
- 1/4 cup mayonnaise
- 1 Tbsp olive oil (or canola)
- 4 garlic cloves, minced
- 2 tsp salt
- 1/4 tsp ground pepper
- 1/2 tsp chili powder
- 1 tsp ground paprika
Instructions
- In a bowl, combine mayo, olive oil and minced garlic. Add chicken thighs and coat with mayo mixture.
- Prepare the seasoning. In a separate combine the salt, pepper, chili powder and paprika.
- Season boat sides of chicken with the seasoning. Add chicken thighs to a baking dish. Cover with foil. Set aside to marinate at least 3 – 4 hours.
- Bake about 45 minutes at 375°F. Remove foil and broil for 8-10 minutes, until tops of thighs are crispy.
- Enjoy, friends.
Will this work with bone-in chicken thighs? I am new to cooking and don’t know much about chicken but this looks easy enough for me to master!
This is an extremely easy recipe and it will definitely work with bone-in thighs. You want to bake them 10-15 minutes longer, depending on the size of the thighs.
Delish, will make again, thanks for the recipe.
Wonderful, Darlene. I’m so glad to hear that. Stop by and visit our online home again.
Does this make a gravy?
No, this doesn’t make a gravy. 🙂
Wonderful-thanks so much for the recipe
So happy you enjoyed the thighs, Marita. Stop back and visit our online home again. 🙂
My husband prefers chick thighs. I cant stand them… or I should say, couldn’t stand them. I’ve made this recipe several times, and I can honestly say, the chicken thighs are delicious! I now have boneless chicken thighs on my shopping list every month.
I’m so glad you enjoyed the thighs, Dixie. That makes me so happy as it’s such an EASY recipe. 🙂 Stop by and visit our online home again.
Can you marinate overnight? Cooking for 50 and would love to prep as much as possible the day before…
These thighs are WONDERFUL to make in advance. You’re going to love them. Enjoy the thighs and whatever event you are cooking for. I hope you a wonderful time. <3
If I have chicken thighs that have the skin on them.. Can I leave it on or do I have to take it off?? Please answer ASAP I want to make them now they look so good!
If your family likes the skin, yes, you can keep it on, Natalie. You’ll just need a little longer for them to get crispy. Many have baked these with the skin and LOVED the thighs. (P.S. I’d LOVE your feedback:-)…).
I absolutely love this recipe! I have it pinned on the fridge 🙂
That is the best compliment ever! Thank you, thank you for sharing, Brittani. Stop back and visit our online home again. 🙂
This is my go-to recipe for chicken thighs. So juicy and delicious. ????
That makes me so happy, Yuliya! Thanks for sharing your feedback on our chicken thighs. 🙂
LOVE how easy this chicken is! My whole family loved it!
Thanks so much, Jamielyn. I’m so glad to hear that. 🙂
Excellent recipe! The chicken turned out super juicy and the flavor was amazing!
Thanks so much, Steph. Really glad you enjoyed the thighs recipe. 🙂
Chicken thighs are my favorite for a juicy chicken recipe!! This is now a favorited item in my house!
Thanks so much, Jessica. I’m so glad to hear that the thighs were a hit. 🙂
These chicken thighs are amazing! Will definitely make again.
Thanks so much, Tara. I’m so glad you enjoyed the recipe. 🙂
Thighs were absolutely delicious. I can’t believe how juicy they are! Thank u for sharing.
Thanks so much, Matthew. So glad you enjoyed the thighs recipe.
EASY, juicy, and superb flavor! You will be pleasantly surprised how wonderful these are and with so few ingredients. My whole family including 3 kids loved it. My hubs won’t stop talking about them, lol. Thank you for sharing this recipe!
Erin, thank you for the awesome feedback. Oh so happy you enjoyed the chicken, especially if the kiddos and hubby approved. Winner!! 🙂
This looks delicious. Has anyone tried to make it as a one pot dish by adding potatoes and carrots or another vegetable? I will try it tonight!
Elaine, you definitely may! Either use half of the chicken and keep the remaining ingredients so you can season the potatoes and carrots. Or double the mayo and seasoning portion and season the potatoes. Quarter the potatoes and carrots. ENJOY!
Easy, juicy, delicious and was surprised at just how tasty it was without a lot of ingredients. The garlic is a must and baking instead of pan frying the chicken first insured no burnt garlic. I did not broil as it was perfectly browned without doing so.
That’s wonderful, Leslie! Thanks for the awesome feedback on the chicken thighs. 🙂 Come back and visit our online home again.
I have everything except the minced garlic. Will that make or break the receipe?
You can substitute for powdered garlic, if you have it. If not, add a little bit of your favorite seasoning. The garlic does impact the recipe. Enjoy!
Hi! Have you ever tried pan searing and then finishing it off in the over? I love the crispy taste but wondering if it would work with the mayo. Thank You! Great recipe.
That will work great, Brittany. Enjoy.
These are absolutely delicious. My kids loved it and they barely like anything lol
Sounds like a lot of kids, Dana, lol! I’m so so glad your family enjoyed the Chicken Thighs. 🙂