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Crispy Oven-Baked Boneless Skinless Chicken Thighs Easy Herb Crust Recipe

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This recipe delivers crispy oven-baked boneless skinless chicken thighs with a tangy Dijon herb crust that is juicy, flavorful, and easy to prepare. Perfect for quick dinners or meal prep with simple pantry ingredients.

Ingredients

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  • 1.5 pounds boneless skinless chicken thighs
  • 2 tablespoons Dijon mustard
  • 2 tablespoons fresh parsley, finely chopped
  • 2 tablespoons fresh thyme, finely chopped
  • 2 tablespoons fresh rosemary, finely chopped
  • 3 cloves garlic, minced
  • 1/2 cup panko breadcrumbs (about 60 grams)
  • 2 tablespoons olive oil
  • Salt and pepper, to taste
  • 1 teaspoon lemon zest (optional)

Instructions

  1. Preheat your oven to 425°F (220°C).
  2. In a medium bowl, combine Dijon mustard, minced garlic, chopped parsley, thyme, rosemary, panko breadcrumbs, olive oil, salt, pepper, and lemon zest if using. Mix until the breadcrumbs are evenly coated and the herbs are well-distributed.
  3. Pat the chicken thighs dry with paper towels and season both sides lightly with salt and pepper.
  4. Spread about 1 teaspoon of Dijon mustard on the top side of each chicken thigh.
  5. Press the herb crust mixture firmly onto the mustard-coated side of each chicken thigh.
  6. Arrange the thighs crust-side up on a wire rack set over a rimmed baking sheet. If no rack is available, place directly on a foil-lined baking sheet.
  7. Bake for 25-30 minutes until the crust is golden brown and the internal temperature reaches 165°F (74°C).
  8. Rest the chicken for 5 minutes before serving.

Notes

If the crust isn’t crisping enough, broil for 1-2 minutes watching closely to avoid burning. For gluten-free, substitute panko with almond flour or gluten-free breadcrumbs. Dry chicken well before applying crust for best crispiness. Rest chicken before slicing to keep juices locked in.

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Keywords: crispy chicken thighs, oven-baked chicken, boneless skinless chicken, Dijon mustard chicken, herb crust chicken, easy chicken recipe, gluten-free chicken option

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