Description
Ranch Chicken Thighs are a beloved dish that has taken the home cooking world by storm. This flavor-packed recipe combines the irresistible taste of ranch seasoning with the juicy, tender goodness of bone-in, skin-on chicken thighs.
Ingredients
- 6 bone-in, skin-on chicken thighs
- 3 tablespoon olive oil
- 2 tablespoon ranch seasoning mix
- 1 teaspoon garlic powder
- 1 teaspoon onion powder
- 1/2 teaspoon smoked paprika
- 1/2 teaspoon dried thyme
- 1/2 teaspoon black pepper
- Salt to taste
- Fresh parsley, chopped
Instructions
1. Preheat your oven to 400°F. Line a baking sheet with foil or parchment paper.
2. Pat the chicken thighs dry with paper towels.
3. In a small bowl, mix the olive oil, ranch seasoning, garlic powder, onion powder, smoked paprika, thyme, black pepper, and salt. Rub the seasoning mixture all over the chicken thighs.
4. Place the seasoned chicken thighs on the prepared baking sheet, skin-side up, and bake for 35–40 minutes or until the internal temperature reaches 165°F and the skin is crispy.
5. Sprinkle the baked Ranch Chicken Thighs with fresh chopped parsley before serving.
Notes
For even more pronounced ranch flavor, let the chicken thighs marinate in the seasoning mixture for 30 minutes to an hour before baking.
To achieve the perfect crispy skin, be sure to pat the chicken thighs dry before seasoning and bake them skin-side up on the prepared baking sheet.
Use a meat thermometer to ensure the chicken thighs reach an internal temperature of 165°F to confirm they are fully cooked.
Allow the baked Ranch Chicken Thighs to rest for 5-10 minutes before serving to allow the juices to redistribute throughout the meat.
- Prep Time: 30 minutes
- Cook Time: 40 minutes
- Category: Main Dish
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: American
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 thigh
- Calories: 350
- Sugar: 0g
- Sodium: 600mg
- Fat: 25g
- Saturated Fat: 6g
- Unsaturated Fat: 18g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 1g
- Fiber: 0g
- Protein: 30g
- Cholesterol: 120mg