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Juicy and flavorful honey garlic chicken thighs served on a plate with herbs.

Easy Sheet Pan Chicken Thighs

These juicy and flavorful chicken thighs are roasted to perfection on a sheet pan with minimal prep and mess. It's the easiest way to make dinner feel fancy without the effort.
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Prep Time 10 minutes
Cook Time 35 minutes
Total Time 45 minutes
Course Main Course
Cuisine American
Servings 4 servings
Calories 200 kcal

Equipment

  • Sheet Pan

Ingredients
  

Main Ingredients

  • 1.5 lbs chicken thighs bone-in, skin-on or boneless
  • 1 tbsp olive oil
  • 1 tsp salt adjust to taste
  • 1/2 tsp black pepper
  • 1 tsp smoked paprika
  • 1 tsp garlic powder
  • 1 tsp dried thyme or other herbs you like

Instructions
 

  • Preheat your oven to 425°F (220°C). Line a sheet pan with foil for easy cleanup.
  • Pat chicken thighs dry with paper towels and place in a large bowl. Drizzle with olive oil.
  • Sprinkle with salt, pepper, paprika, garlic powder, and thyme. Toss to coat evenly.
  • Arrange thighs skin-side up (if applicable) on the prepared sheet pan. Don’t crowd them.
  • Bake for 30–35 minutes, or until the internal temperature reaches 165°F (74°C).
  • Let rest for 5 minutes before serving. Optional: Spoon pan juices over the chicken for extra flavor.

Notes

Serve with roasted vegetables, rice, mashed potatoes, or in wraps and salads. Try flavor twists with lemon zest, hot honey, or honey-soy glaze. Great for leftovers!

Nutrition

Calories: 200kcalCarbohydrates: 1gProtein: 20gFat: 13gSaturated Fat: 3gCholesterol: 90mgSodium: 360mgPotassium: 260mgVitamin A: 280IUCalcium: 15mgIron: 0.9mg
Keyword chicken thighs, easy dinner, Oven Baked, Sheet Pan
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