Ingredients
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- 4 bone-in, skin-on chicken thighs
- 1 cup cranberry sauce (homemade or store-bought)
- 2 tablespoons olive oil
- 1 teaspoon garlic powder
- 1 teaspoon onion powder
- 1 teaspoon dried thyme (or 1 tablespoon fresh thyme)
- Salt and pepper, to taste
- Fresh parsley (for garnish, optional)
Instructions
Step 1: Preheat the Oven
- Preheat Oven: Preheat your oven to 400°F (200°C).
Step 2: Prepare the Chicken
- Season the Chicken: Pat the chicken thighs dry with paper towels. Rub the olive oil all over the chicken and season generously with salt, pepper, garlic powder, onion powder, and thyme.
Step 3: Assemble the Dish
- Place in Baking Dish: Arrange the seasoned chicken thighs in a baking dish, skin side up.
- Add Cranberry Sauce: Spoon the cranberry sauce over the chicken thighs, spreading it evenly.
Step 4: Bake
- Bake: Place the baking dish in the preheated oven and bake for 35-40 minutes, or until the chicken is cooked through and reaches an internal temperature of 165°F (74°C). The skin should be crispy and the sauce bubbly.
Step 5: Serve
- Garnish: Remove the chicken from the oven and let it rest for a few minutes. Garnish with fresh parsley if desired.
- Enjoy: Serve the cranberry baked chicken thighs with your favorite sides, such as rice, mashed potatoes, or roasted vegetables.
- Prep Time: 10
- Cook Time: 40