This viral baked chicken thigh recipe has amassed 50 million views across social media, and after testing it ourselves, we understand why — impossibly crispy skin with juicy, flavorful meat using just 5 ingredients.
The Secret
The key is starting in a cold oven. Place seasoned chicken thighs skin-side up on a wire rack over a baking sheet. Put into a cold oven, then set to 450°F. The gradual heat renders fat slowly before crisping the skin.
Recipe
- 6 bone-in skin-on chicken thighs
- 1 tbsp olive oil
- 1 tsp garlic powder, 1 tsp paprika
- Salt and pepper generously
- Cold oven to 450°F, bake 45 minutes total
The result is crispier than fried chicken with zero splatter and zero effort.
