Paprika Baked Chicken Thighs

Paprika Baked Chicken Thighs




Ingredients

Ingredients for Paprika Baked Chicken Thighs

  • 8 chicken thighs bone-in, skinless
  • 2 Tbsp Spice Blend for Chicken or Beef
  • 1/2 tsp kosher salt
  • 2 Tbsp mayonnaise or oil (virgin olive oil or vegetable oil)
  • 2 Tbsp chopped parsley for garnish


Paprika Spice Blend for Chicken, Beef (Use ONLY 2 Tbsp for this recipe)

  • 4 Tbsp Smoked Paprika
  • 3 Tbsp Garlic Powder
  • 1 Tbsp Onion Powder
  • 3 Tbsp Ground Black Pepper
  • 1 tsp Cayenne Pepper
  • 3 Tbsp Brown Sugar.

Instructions


  • How to make Paprika Meat Spice Blend for Chicken, Beef
  • Combine all the ingredients for the Meat Spice Blend in a small container and shake until well combined. You will use ONLY 2 Tbsp of this blend in the recipe. Save the rest for another time. 
  • How to Bake Chicken
  • Preheat oven to 450F with the baking rack in the middle.
  • Remove the skin and trim off any fat off the chicken thighs.
  • Add the chicken thighs to a ziplock or a large bowl, together with 2 tbsp of oil or mayonnaise, 2 Tbsp of the Paprika Meat Spice Blend and 1/2 tsp of salt. Mix well, massaging the spices well into the chicken.
  • Add the chicken to a 9"x9" baking pan and bake, uncovered, in preheated to 450F degrees for 45 to 55 minutes or until the chicken thighs are easily pierced with a fork or knife.

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