Baked Bone-In Chicken Thighs

Preheat the oven to 425ºF and arrange a wire rack in a rimmed baking sheet. I use a set that came together, though many wire cooling racks will fit perfectly into a half-sheet pan. In a small bowl, combine the baking powder, salt, garlic powder, smoked paprika, and black pepper. Stir well to create a fast chicken seasoning. 2. Drizzle the chicken thighs with olive oil in a large bowl. Gently toss them with your hands until evenly coated, then sprinkle the seasoning over the top. Toss them again, making sure the coating is evenly sprinkled on all sides. 3. Arrange the seasoned chicken thighs on the wire rack in the rimmed baking sheet. Using a rimmed baking sheet is important so that no juices spill into your oven as the chicken cooks. Place the pan in the oven and bake for 35 to 40 minutes, or until the chicken is golden and crispy. 4. When the timer goes off, use an instant-read thermometer to test the internal temperature of the largest chicken thigh. It should reach above 165ºF when it's done cooking; it's likely to be closer to 175ºF, which is perfect for bone-in chicken. Let the chicken cool for 10 minutes to allow the juices to distribute evenly, then serve warm with your favorite sides. 5. prep20 mins 6. cook10 mins 7. total30 mins