Crispy Irish Oven-Fried Chicken Thighs Recipe
Crispy Irish Oven-Fried Chicken Thighs offer a delicious twist on traditional fried chicken by baking the thighs in the oven to achieve a golden, crunchy exterior without the need for deep frying. Seasoned with paprika, garlic powder, salt, and pepper, these bone-in chicken thighs are coated in a flavorful flour mixture and baked to juicy perfection with a crispy crust using olive oil or melted butter.
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 35-40 minutes
- Total Time: 45-50 minutes
- Yield: 4 servings 1x
- Category: Main Course
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: Irish
Ingredients
Scale
Chicken
- 4 bone-in chicken thighs
Seasoned Flour Mixture
- 1 cup all-purpose flour
- 2 tsp paprika
- 1 tsp garlic powder
- 1 tsp salt
- ½ tsp black pepper
For Baking
- 3 tbsp olive oil or melted butter
Instructions
- Preheat Oven: Preheat your oven to 425°F (220°C) to ensure it reaches the ideal temperature for baking the chicken to a crispy finish.
- Prepare Baking Dish: Spray a baking dish with nonstick cooking spray to prevent the chicken from sticking and make cleanup easier.
- Mix Seasoned Flour: In a bowl, combine the all-purpose flour, paprika, garlic powder, salt, and black pepper to create a fragrant, flavorful coating for the chicken.
- Coat Chicken Thighs: Dredge each bone-in chicken thigh thoroughly in the seasoned flour mixture, ensuring each piece is well coated on all sides for maximum crispiness.
- Arrange and Drizzle: Place the coated chicken thighs in the prepared baking dish. Drizzle the olive oil or melted butter over them evenly to encourage browning and crisp texture during baking.
- Bake Chicken: Bake the chicken in the preheated oven for 35-40 minutes, flipping the thighs halfway through the cooking time to promote even cooking and golden-brown color. Bake until the internal temperature reaches at least 165°F (74°C) for safe consumption.
Notes
- For extra crispiness, pat the chicken thighs dry before dredging in the flour mixture.
- You can substitute olive oil with melted butter for a richer flavor.
- Use a meat thermometer to accurately check that the chicken reaches the safe internal temperature of 165°F (74°C).
- Flipping the chicken halfway through baking ensures even browning on both sides.
- Leftovers can be stored in the refrigerator for up to 3 days and reheated in the oven to maintain crispiness.
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