Herb-Rubbed Oven-Baked Chicken Thighs

Ingredients:

1° 4-6 chicken thighs, bone-in and skin-on

2° 2 tablespoons olive oil

3° 2 cloves garlic, minced

4° 1 teaspoon paprika

5° 1 teaspoon dried thyme

6° 1 teaspoon dried oregano

7° 1 teaspoon salt

8° 1/2 teaspoon black pepper

9° Optional: Lemon wedges for serving

Instructions:

1 Preheat your oven to 400°F (200°C).

2 In a small bowl, mix together the olive oil, minced garlic, paprika, thyme, oregano, salt, and black pepper to create a marinade.

3 Pat the chicken thighs dry with paper towels, then place them in a large mixing bowl.

4 Pour the marinade over the chicken thighs and toss them until they are evenly coated.

5 Arrange the chicken thighs in a single layer in a baking dish or on a baking sheet lined with parchment paper.

6 Bake in the preheated oven for 35-40 minutes, or until the chicken thighs are golden brown and 7 7 7 7 cooked through, with an internal temperature of 165°F (75°C).

8 Once cooked, remove the chicken thighs from the oven and let them rest for a few minutes before serving.

9 Serve the baked chicken thighs with your favorite side dishes and lemon wedges for squeezing over the top, if desired.

Enjoy your delicious baked chicken thighs! Let me know if you have any other questions or need further assistance.