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Crispy Copycat Rotisserie Chicken Thighs

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This recipe delivers golden, crackly skin and juicy meat that replicates the rotisserie chicken thighs experience at home with simple ingredients and straightforward cooking.

Ingredients

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  • 4 bone-in, skin-on chicken thighs
  • 2 tablespoons olive oil
  • 1 teaspoon garlic powder
  • 1 teaspoon paprika (smoked or sweet)
  • 1/2 teaspoon dried thyme
  • 1 1/2 teaspoons salt
  • 1/2 teaspoon freshly ground black pepper
  • Pinch of cayenne pepper (optional)

Instructions

  1. Preheat your oven to 400°F (200°C).
  2. Pat the chicken thighs dry with paper towels.
  3. In a small bowl, combine garlic powder, paprika, dried thyme, salt, black pepper, and cayenne pepper if using.
  4. Drizzle olive oil over the chicken thighs and rub evenly.
  5. Sprinkle the seasoning mix generously over both sides of the chicken.
  6. Heat a cast iron skillet over medium heat for about 3 minutes. Add a tablespoon of olive oil if needed.
  7. Place the chicken thighs skin-side down in the hot skillet without overcrowding.
  8. Cook undisturbed for 7-9 minutes until the skin is deeply golden and crispy.
  9. Flip the thighs skin-side up using tongs and immediately transfer the skillet to the preheated oven. If the skillet is not oven-safe, transfer chicken to a foil-lined baking sheet.
  10. Bake for 15-18 minutes until the internal temperature reaches 165°F (74°C).
  11. Let the chicken rest for 5 minutes before serving.
  12. Serve hot and enjoy the crispy skin and juicy meat.

Notes

Pat chicken skin dry before seasoning to ensure crispiness. Avoid overcrowding the pan to prevent soggy skin. Use medium heat to avoid burning the skin. Let chicken rest after cooking to lock in juices. If skin sticks to pan, give it more time to release naturally. For reheating, warm in oven at 375°F for 10-12 minutes to keep skin crispy.

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