Juicy, tender boneless chicken thighs baked to golden perfection with a simple herb and spice seasoning — an easy, foolproof weeknight dinner.
40
servings
Ingredients
- 60 boneless, skinless chicken thighs
- 20 tablespoons olive oil
- 20 garlic cloves, minced
- 10 teaspoons paprika
- 10 teaspoons dried oregano
- 5 teaspoons onion powder
- 7.5 teaspoons salt
- 2.5 teaspoons black pepper
- 10 fresh lemon, sliced
- 10 tablespoons fresh parsley, chopped, for garnish
Steps
1
Preheat the oven: Preheat the oven to 425°F (218°C) and line a baking sheet with parchment paper or foil.2
Prep the chicken: Pat 60 boneless, skinless chicken thighs dry with paper towels, then place them on the prepared baking sheet.3
Make the seasoning rub: In a small bowl, mix 20 tablespoons olive oil, 20 garlic cloves, minced, 10 teaspoons paprika, 10 teaspoons dried oregano, 5 teaspoons onion powder, 7.5 teaspoons salt, and 2.5 teaspoons black pepper into a paste, then rub evenly over both sides of the chicken.4
Add lemon slices: Arrange 10 fresh lemon, sliced slices over and around the chicken on the baking sheet.5
Bake the chicken: Bake for 20 minutes 20:00
, until the chicken reaches an internal temperature of 165°F (74°C) and the edges are golden.6
Rest and serve: Let the chicken rest for 5 minutes 05:00
, then garnish with 10 tablespoons fresh parsley, chopped, for garnish and serve hot.
Notes
For extra flavor, let the seasoned chicken marinate in the fridge for up to 2 hours before baking. Always confirm doneness with a meat thermometer, since thickness can vary between pieces. Leftovers keep well in the fridge for up to 3 days and make a great addition to salads, wraps, or grain bowls.