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How to Cook Frozen Chicken Thighs

Learn how to cook frozen chicken thighs in the oven. It's safe, easy, and delicious. And it will save you a lot of time.


Prep Time5 minutes
Cook Time55 minutes
Total Time1 hour
Course: Poultry
Cuisine: American
Servings: 4
Calories: 648kcal
Author: Adina

Ingredients

  • 8 chicken thighs
  • 3 tablespoons olive oil
  • 1 teaspoon fine sea salt
  • ¼ teaspoon ground black pepper
  • ½ teaspoon sweet paprika
  • ½ teaspoon smoked paprika sweet or hot to taste (Note 1)

Instructions

  • Preheat the oven to 180 degrees Celsius/ 360 degrees Fahrenheit. Line a baking tray with aluminum foil. Let the meat stand on the counter while you preheat the oven.
  • Mix oil and spices in a small bowl.
  • Rub: Place chicken parts on the tray. Pour the spice mixture over them and rub them well with the hands until completely coated. Arrange in a single layer and skin side up on the tray.
  • Bake for 50-60 minutes or until cooked through. Make sure to check; there is no red or pink allowed. The best way to check is with a digital meat thermometer; the internal temperature of the chicken should be 74 degrees Celsius/ 165 degrees Fahrenheit.

Notes

  1. Other spices or spice mixtures can be used instead.
  2. Allow 50% more cooking time when cooking frozen chicken. Always check that the meat is cooked through

Nutrition

Serving: 2thighs | Calories: 648kcal | Carbohydrates: 1g | Protein: 61g | Fat: 46g | Saturated Fat: 12g | Polyunsaturated Fat: 34g | Cholesterol: 333mg | Sodium: 982mg