Description
Sizzling ranch chicken thighs deliver a mouthwatering blend of zesty herbs and juicy meat. Crispy on the outside and tender within, these flavorful thighs promise to satisfy your dinner cravings with minimal effort and maximum deliciousness.
Ingredients
Scale
Protein:
- 5 medium chicken thighs (bone-in, skin-on)
Seasonings:
- 1 ounce (28 grams) dry ranch seasoning (approximately 2 tablespoons)
- 1/2 teaspoon garlic powder
Dry Ingredients:
- 2 teaspoons baking powder
Instructions
- Prepare the oven environment by heating to 425°F and creating a non-stick surface using parchment paper or aluminum foil with a light cooking spray coating.
- Thoroughly dry chicken thighs using paper towels to eliminate excess moisture, which helps achieve a crispy exterior during roasting.
- Create a flavor-packed seasoning blend by mixing ranch seasoning, baking powder, garlic powder, and black pepper in a small mixing bowl until ingredients are uniformly distributed.
- Massage the spice mixture comprehensively over each chicken thigh, ensuring complete coverage on both skin and underlying meat surfaces.
- Strategically position seasoned chicken thighs on the prepared baking sheet, arranging them skin-side up with adequate spacing to promote consistent heat circulation and crisp edges.
- Roast the chicken in the preheated oven for approximately 30-40 minutes, utilizing convection settings if available for enhanced crispiness. Boneless thighs may require slightly less cooking time, around 25 minutes.
- Verify chicken’s doneness by inserting a meat thermometer to confirm internal temperature reaches 165°F. Visual indicators include clear juices and no pink coloration when meat is sliced.
- Enhance flavor and moisture by generously basting thighs with pan drippings immediately after cooking, then serve alongside complementary side dishes while hot.
Notes
- Enhance crispiness by patting chicken thighs completely dry before seasoning, which helps create a golden, crunchy exterior.
- Experiment with different ranch seasoning brands to discover unique flavor profiles that complement the chicken’s natural taste.
- Swap ranch seasoning for other spice blends like Cajun or Italian herbs to create exciting variations of this easy dish.
- Consider using bone-in chicken thighs for more intense flavor and juicier meat, adjusting cooking time slightly for bone-in cuts.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 30-40 minutes
- Category: Dinner
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: American
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 4
- Calories: 307
- Sugar: 0 g
- Sodium: 760 mg
- Fat: 22 g
- Saturated Fat: 6 g
- Unsaturated Fat: 14 g
- Trans Fat: 0 g
- Carbohydrates: 1 g
- Fiber: 0 g
- Protein: 24 g
- Cholesterol: 100 mg