Lazy Gal's Smoky Chicken

Experience effortless cooking without sacrificing bold, smoky flavors with "Lazy Gal's Smoky Chicken." Perfectly seasoned with smoked paprika, garlic, and onion powders, this recipe brings robust, barbecue-inspired flavor to juicy, bone-in chicken thighs—all with minimal effort. A quick sear in a hot skillet creates golden, crispy skin, while the oven does the rest of the work, ensuring tender, succulent meat. For an added touch of smoky complexity, a hint of liquid smoke is optional but highly recommended. Garnished with fresh parsley and paired with vibrant lemon wedges, this dish is as visually appealing as it is flavorful. Ready in just 40 minutes, it’s an ideal go-to for busy weeknights that still demand mouthwatering results. Keywords: lazy smoky chicken, easy smoky chicken recipe, crispy chicken thighs in oven, smoked paprika chicken, quick dinner ideas with chicken.

Nutriscore Rating: 65/100

Prep Time:10 mins

Cook Time:30 mins

Total Time:40 mins

Servings: 4

Ingredients

• 6 pieces chicken thighs (bone-in, skin-on)
• 2 teaspoons smoked paprika
• 1 teaspoon garlic powder
• 1 teaspoon onion powder
• 1 teaspoon salt
• 0.5 teaspoon black pepper
• 2 tablespoons olive oil
• 0.5 teaspoon liquid smoke (optional)
• 2 tablespoons fresh parsley (chopped, for garnish)
• 1 whole lemon wedges (for serving)

Directions

Step 1

Preheat your oven to 400°F (200°C). Place a large oven-proof skillet or cast-iron pan on the stovetop over medium-high heat.

Step 2

In a small bowl, mix together the smoked paprika, garlic powder, onion powder, salt, and black pepper.

Step 3

Pat the chicken thighs dry with a paper towel to ensure crispy skin. Rub the chicken with olive oil, then sprinkle the spice mixture over both sides, ensuring an even coating.

Step 4

If using liquid smoke, drizzle a small amount over the chicken and rub it in gently.

Step 5

Heat 1 tablespoon of olive oil in the skillet. Once hot, place the chicken thighs skin-side down in the pan. Cook for 3-4 minutes until the skin is golden and crispy.

Step 6

Flip the chicken thighs over and cook for another 2 minutes to seal in the flavor.

Step 7

Transfer the entire skillet to the preheated oven and bake for 25 minutes, or until the internal temperature of the chicken reaches 165°F (74°C).

Step 8

Remove the skillet from the oven and let the chicken rest for 5 minutes. Garnish with chopped parsley for a fresh pop of color.

Step 9

Serve the chicken warm with lemon wedges on the side for an extra burst of brightness.

Nutrition Facts

Serving size	(1070.6g)

Amount per serving	% Daily Value*
Calories	2204.1

Total Fat 168.6g	0%
Saturated Fat 44.1g	0%
Polyunsaturated Fat 2.7g
Cholesterol 729mg	0%
Sodium 3115.3mg	0%
Total Carbohydrate 19.5g	0%
Dietary Fiber 7.4g	0%
Total Sugars 6.6g
Protein 164.8g	0%

Vitamin D 0IU	0%
Calcium 193.0mg	0%
Iron 10.4mg	0%
Potassium 2167.7mg	0%

*The % Daily Value tells you how much a nutrient in a serving of food contributes to a daily diet. 2,000 calories a day is used for general nutrition advice.

Source of Calories

Fat: 67.3%

Protein: 29.2%

Carbs: 3.5%