Baked Chicken Thighs Recipe

Crispy, juicy baked chicken thighs with a golden parmesan and breadcrumb crust! This easy recipe delivers restaurant-quality flavor in just 55 minutes. Elevate your weeknight dinner with this simple yet satisfying dish. Experiment with different breadcrumb types – sourdough or rye add a delicious twist!

Prep Time 15 mins
Cook Time 55 mins
Calories 607.7 kcal
Protein 77g
Rating 4.9 (29 Reviews)
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Recipe adapted from Food.com. Standardized by Forktionary.

Ingredients for Baked Chicken Thighs

  • 4 boneless, skinless chicken thighs
  • 4 tablespoons butter, melted
  • Prepared Mustard
  • 1 cup breadcrumbs (panko, sourdough, or rye)
  • 1/2 cup grated Parmesan cheese
  • 1 teaspoon dried parsley flakes (optional)
  • 1/4 teaspoon salt
  • 1/8 teaspoon black pepper

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How to Make Baked Chicken Thighs

  1. Preheat oven to 400°F (200°C).
  2. In a bowl, melt 4 tablespoons of butter (you can microwave it for convenience).
  3. Add 1/2 cup of grated parmesan cheese and 1 cup of breadcrumbs (panko, sourdough, or rye) to the melted butter. Mix well.
  4. Season 4 boneless, skinless chicken thighs generously with salt and pepper.
  5. Place chicken thighs in a baking dish.
  6. Spoon the parmesan-breadcrumb mixture evenly over the chicken thighs, ensuring they are fully coated.
  7. Bake for 35-40 minutes, or until the chicken is cooked through and the topping is golden brown and crispy.
  8. Let rest for 5 minutes before serving. Enjoy!

Nutrition Information (Approximate per serving)

Sodium

23 g

Sugar

2g

Fat

96g

Carbs

1g

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