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Crispy Irish Oven-Fried Chicken Thighs

Crispy Irish Oven-Fried Chicken Thighs for Cozy Nights

Delight in the crunch of crispy skin and tender, juicy meat with these Crispy Irish Oven-Fried Chicken Thighs.
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Prep Time 30 minutes
Cook Time 35 minutes
Resting Time 5 minutes
Total Time 1 hour 10 minutes
Servings: 4 thighs
Course: Dinner
Cuisine: Irish
Calories: 400
Ingredients Equipment Method Nutrition Notes

Ingredients
  

For the Chicken
  • 4 pieces Chicken Thighs Bone-in and skin-on for juiciness
  • 1 cup Buttermilk Optional; substitute plain yogurt if needed
For the Coating
  • 1 cup Flour Or use cornstarch for gluten-free option
  • 1 teaspoon Garlic Powder
  • 1 teaspoon Onion Powder
  • 1 teaspoon Thyme Or substitute with rosemary
  • 1 teaspoon Salt Adjust according to taste
  • 1 teaspoon Pepper Adjust according to taste
  • 1/2 teaspoon Cayenne or Mustard Powder Optional for heat
For Crispiness
  • 2 tablespoons Olive Oil or Irish Butter For brushing

Equipment

  • Oven
  • Baking Sheet
  • wire rack
  • Mixing Bowl

Method
 

Step‑by‑Step Instructions for Crispy Irish Oven-Fried Chicken Thighs
  1. Marinate the chicken by soaking the bone-in chicken thighs in buttermilk for at least 30 minutes, or ideally overnight. Remove and pat dry.
  2. Preheat your oven to 400°F (200°C) and line a baking sheet with parchment or set a wire rack on top.
  3. Combine flour or cornstarch with garlic powder, onion powder, thyme, salt, and pepper. Coat each chicken thigh thoroughly with the mixture.
  4. Brush the coated chicken with olive oil or melted Irish butter. Place skin-side up on the baking sheet.
  5. Bake for 30-35 minutes or until internal temperature reaches 165°F (74°C), ensuring a golden-brown crispy skin.
  6. Let the chicken rest for about 5 minutes before serving and garnish with chopped parsley or chives.

Nutrition

Serving: 1thighCalories: 400kcalCarbohydrates: 30gProtein: 25gFat: 20gSaturated Fat: 5gPolyunsaturated Fat: 3gMonounsaturated Fat: 10gCholesterol: 85mgSodium: 600mgPotassium: 400mgFiber: 2gSugar: 1gVitamin A: 200IUVitamin C: 2mgCalcium: 30mgIron: 2mg

Notes

For maximum crispiness, ensure chicken is completely dried after marinating and avoid overcrowding on the baking sheet.

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