Ingredients

The following ingredients have 4 Servings
  • ⅓ cup olive oil
  • 2 tablespoons dark brown sugar
  • 1 tablespoon sweet paprika
  • 1½ teaspoons chipotle chili pepper
  • 1 teaspoon garlic powder
  • 1 teaspoon onion powder
  • 1 teaspoon salt
  • ½ teaspoon ground black pepper
  • 8 medium-sized chicken thighs, (skinless, bone-in (about 2 pounds total))
  • Fresh chopped parsley for garnish

Instruction

  • Preheat oven to 400F.
  • In a small bowl, mix together the olive oil, brown sugar, smoked paprika, garlic powder, onion powder, salt, and black pepper. Set aside.
  • Remove any excess fat from the chicken thighs, pat them dry with a paper towel, and place them in a large bowl. Pour the olive oil mixture over the chicken and toss to coat making sure to completely cover each chicken piece in the spice mixture.
  • Place the chicken thighs in a single layer in a 9x9 baking dish. Cook for 40 minutes until the chicken is cooked through, juices run clear and a meat thermometer inserted into the thickest part of the chicken reads 165F.
  • Allow the chicken to rest for 5 minutes before garnishing with fresh chopped parsley and serving.