How To Make Baked Chicken Thighs

chicken thighs

🥗Healthier: chicken breast

💰Cheaper: chicken drumsticks

Chicken breast is leaner, while drumsticks are often less expensive.

olive oil

🥗Healthier: avocado oil

💰Cheaper: canola oil

Avocado oil has a higher smoke point, while canola oil is budget-friendly.

honey

🥗Healthier: maple syrup

💰Cheaper: brown sugar

Maple syrup offers a unique flavor, while brown sugar is a cost-effective sweetener.

fresh parsley

🥗Healthier: spinach

💰Cheaper: dried herbs

Spinach adds nutrients, while dried herbs are a cheaper alternative.

Place the chicken thighs onto parchment paper and pat them dry.

Place the dried chicken thighs into an oven safe pan.

Measure out your seasonings into a mixing bowl: garlic powder, onion powder, and parsley.

Sprinkle the seasonings onto the chicken in the pan, making sure to get the tops and the bottoms well.

Preheat the oven to 400°F (204°C).

Place the seasoned chicken thighs into the preheated oven and bake for 30 minutes.

Remove the chicken and take a temperature to ensure they hit 165°F (74°C).

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