Crispy Italian Chicken Thighs
These crispy Italian chicken thighs bake up juicy on the inside with perfectly crunchy, seasoned skin and take almost no time to prepare. Quick prep and big flavor make them a go-to weeknight dinner for busy nights!
This crispy Italian chicken thighs recipe is one of those easy dinners that takes almost no effort but delivers satisfying flavor and crunch.
The recipe is super simple, but it creates that perfect balance of savory herbs and crisp, golden skin for a dependable weeknight option you can get in the oven fast without a lot of prep or cleanup.
The chicken stays juicy while the outside gets beautifully crunchy, making it a hit with both kids and adults.
If you’re looking for a foolproof dinner that’s quick, delicious, and feels a little special, these Italian chicken thighs check every box.
Plus, if you are looking to stretch your grocery budget, chicken thighs tend to be cheaper than chicken breasts and are just as tasty.
Serve it up with a side of steamed rice or veggies and dinner is done!
Ingredients
To make this you’ll need:
- Chicken thighs– Look for large, bone in, skin on chicken thighs.
- Olive oil– Olive oil works best for flavor and creating the crispy skin.
- Seasoning– Salt, garlic powder, onion powder, Italian seasoning, black pepper smoked paprika.
How to Make
These crispy chicken thighs with Italian seasoning couldn’t be easier!
Just stir all the spices together in a small mixing bowl.
Then massage half the olive oil into the chicken thighs followed by the prepared spice blend.
Heat the remaining olive oil in a large cast iron skillet over medium igh heat.
When the oil is hot, sear the chicken skin side down for 3 to 4 minutes befor flipping and searing the other side for another 3 to 4 minutes.
Once all chicken thighs are golden brown on the outside, flip the chicken thighs again and bake them at 400 degrees for 25 to 30 minutes or until the chicken reaches 165.
Serve and enjoy!
Serving Suggestions
These crispy chicken thighs are delicious with a number of sides!
We like them with:
- mashed or roasted potatoes
- baked potatoes
- rice
- steamed veggies
Storing Leftovers
Store leftovers in an airtight container in the fridge for up to 4 days.
For best results, reheat leftovers in a hot oven until they warm through.
Tips and Tricks
- Don’t skip the searing process! Searing is what helps them be nice and crispy.
- Feel free to adjust the seasoning to suit your taste.
- For a little extra flavor, squeeze on some lemon or sprinkle on Parmesan cheese right before serving.
Other Easy Chicken Recipes
Crispy Italian chicken thighs are a real life saver on busy weeknights and an economical but tasty main dish.
Make them and enjoy!
Looking for other easy chicken recipes?
Try these:
- Creamy Lemon Chicken
- Baked Garlic Parmesan Chicken
- Air Fryer Lemon Chicken Skewers
- Baked Honey Mustard Chicken
- Creamy Caesar Chicken
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Crispy Italian Herb Chicken Thighs
Ingredients
- 6 large bone in, skin on chicken thighs
- 6 tbsp extra virgin olive oil
- 2 tsp salt
- 2 tsp garlic powder
- 2 tsp onion powder
- 2 tsp Italian seasoning
- 1 tsp black pepper
- 1 tsp smoked paprika
Instructions
- Add all of the spices to a small mixing bowl and whisk together until evenly combined.2 tsp salt, 2 tsp garlic powder, 2 tsp onion powder, 2 tsp Italian seasoning, 1 tsp black pepper, 1 tsp smoked paprika
- Rub the chicken thighs all over with half the olive oil, followed by the prepared spice blend.6 large bone in, skin on chicken thighs, 6 tbsp extra virgin olive oil
- Add the remaining olive oil to a large cast iron skillet set over medium high heat.
- Once the oil's hot add the chicken to the skillet, skin-side down. Sear for 3-4 minutes, then flip and sear the other side for another 3-4 minutes- just until golden brown on each side.
- Flip all the chicken thighs right side up and bake at 400° for 25-30 minutes.
- Serve warm and enjoy!
Notes
- Don't skip the searing process! Searing is what helps them be nice and crispy.
- Feel free to adjust the seasoning to suit your taste.
- For a little extra flavor, squeeze on some lemon or sprinkle on Parmesan cheese right before serving.
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