Description
Sizzling Ranch Chicken Thighs become your go-to weeknight dinner solution when you need something quick and packed with flavor. Crispy on the outside and juicy inside, these seasoned chicken thighs deliver maximum taste with minimal effort.
Ingredients
Scale
Main Ingredients:
- 5 medium chicken thighs
Seasoning:
- 1 ounce dry ranch seasoning
- 2 teaspoons baking powder
- ½ teaspoon garlic powder
- ½ teaspoon black pepper
Instructions
- Fire up your oven to 425°F and prepare a baking sheet with parchment paper or aluminum foil. Lightly coat the surface with cooking spray.
- Use paper towels to thoroughly dry each of the 5 chicken thighs, removing excess moisture.
- Grab a small bowl and mix 2 teaspoons baking powder, 1 ounce dry ranch seasoning, ½ teaspoon garlic powder, and ½ teaspoon black pepper until the spices are evenly combined.
- Massage the spice blend generously over every chicken thigh, ensuring both sides get a complete coating.
- Arrange the seasoned thighs skin-side up on the baking sheet, keeping some space between them for even cooking.
- Slide the baking sheet into the 425°F oven and roast for 30-40 minutes until the skin transforms into a gorgeous golden crisp.
- Verify doneness by checking the internal temperature with a meat thermometer – you want it to hit exactly 165°F.
- Allow the chicken to rest for 1-2 minutes before serving to help the juices redistribute and keep the meat tender.
Notes
- Patting the chicken thighs completely dry helps achieve that crispy, golden skin everyone loves.
- Use fresh ranch seasoning for the most vibrant flavor and make sure to coat each thigh thoroughly with the spice blend.
- A meat thermometer is crucial for ensuring food safety and perfectly cooked chicken without drying out the meat.
- For a low-carb or keto version, double-check that your ranch seasoning blend doesn’t contain added sugars.
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 30-40 minutes
- Category: Chicken
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: American
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 5
- Calories: 220 kcal
- Sugar: 0 g
- Sodium: 550 mg
- Fat: 14 g
- Saturated Fat: 4 g
- Unsaturated Fat: 8 g
- Trans Fat: 0 g
- Carbohydrates: 1 g
- Fiber: 0 g
- Protein: 22 g
- Cholesterol: 90 mg