How Long to Cook Chicken Thighs in the Oven
How long to cook raw chicken thighs in the oven will depend on whether they have bones and at what temperature you set your oven.
Cook Times for Boneless Chicken Thighs
- 350 degrees: 25-35 minutes
- 375 degrees: 20-30 minutes
- 400 degrees: 20-30 minutes
- 425 degrees: 20-25 minutes
- 450 degrees: 20-25 minutes
Cook Times for Bone-In Chicken Thighs
- 350 degrees: 50-55 minutes
- 375 degrees: 45-50 minutes
- 400 degrees: 35-40 minutes
- 425 degrees: 30-35 minutes
- 450 degrees: 25-30 minutes
What's the Best Way to Cook Chicken Thighs in the Oven?
Chicken thighs are best left uncovered while cooking in the oven to ensure that they get sufficiently browned and cooked through. It's a good idea to pat the chicken dry with a paper towel before baking chicken thighs in the oven; this will promote crispier skin.