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Golden Crispy Buttery Baked Chicken Thighs

This easy baked chicken recipe uses melted butter and crushed potato chips or breadcrumbs for a golden, crispy coating that keeps the meat juicy—perfect for quick weeknight dinners.
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Cook Time 45 minutes
Servings: 4 servings
Course: Dinner
Cuisine: American
Ingredients Equipment Method Notes

Ingredients
  

Main Ingredients
  • Chicken thighs
  • Potato chips (crushed) or breadcrumbs
  • Butter, melted
  • Pepper, to taste
  • Salt (if using breadcrumbs)

Equipment

  • Oven
  • Baking sheet
  • Paper towels
  • Ziplock bag
  • Rolling Pin
  • Instant-read thermometer

Method
 

  1. Preheat your oven to 425°F.
  2. Wash the chicken thighs thoroughly under cold running water, then pat them completely dry with paper towels.
  3. Generously coat each chicken thigh with melted butter, covering all sides.
  4. If using potato chips, place them in a ziplock bag and crush with a rolling pin until finely crushed; if using breadcrumbs, have them ready in a shallow dish.
  5. Roll each buttered chicken thigh in the crushed chips or breadcrumbs until completely covered.
  6. Arrange the coated chicken pieces on a baking sheet, leaving space between each piece. Season generously with freshly ground pepper.
  7. Bake for about 45 minutes, or until the coating is golden brown and the internal temperature reaches 165°F.
  8. Let the chicken rest for 5 minutes before serving to allow juices to redistribute.

Notes

For the crispiest results, ensure the chicken is completely dry before buttering and use freshly ground pepper for enhanced flavor.