Crispy Chicken Thighs Recipe (Baked and Breaded)
Ingredients
- 1 cup all-purpose flour
- 1 ½ teaspoons salt (divided)
- ¼ teaspoon ground black pepper
- 2 large eggs
- 2 tablespoons water
- 2 cups Panko bread crumbs
- 1 teaspoon paprika
- ½ teaspoon garlic powder
- ½ teaspoon onion powder
- 2-2 ½ pounds boneless, skinless chicken thighs
- 2 tablespoons olive oil
Instructions
- 1
Preheat oven to 400°F. Line a baking sheet with parchment paper. Set aside.
- 2
Combine
- 3
Set out 3 separate bowls to create a breading station for the chicken. In the first bowl, combine the flour, ½ teaspoon salt, and pepper. In the second bowl, beat the eggs and water together. In the third bowl, combine the bread crumbs, remaining salt, paprika, garlic powder, and onion powder.
- 4
Dredge each chicken thigh in the flour mixture. Make sure each thigh is fully coated. Dip the chicken thighs in the egg mixture and then in the seasoned bread crumbs.
- 5
Drizzle
- 6
Place the chicken thighs onto the prepared pan. Drizzle olive oil on top of the thighs.
- 7
Bake for 20-25 minutes until the chicken is crispy and golden brown on the outside and the internal temperature of the chicken reaches 165°F. Serve and enjoy!
25 min
Nutrition
Per serving (based on 6 servings)
