The cooking time for chicken thighs depends on whether they are bone-in or boneless and the cooking temperature.
- For bone-in, skin-on chicken thighs, baking at 375°F typically takes about 30 to 40 minutes, or longer up to about an hour for extra tenderness, reaching an internal temperature of 175°F to 180°F is recommended for the best texture.
- For boneless, skinless chicken thighs, baking at 375°F takes about 25 to 30 minutes, reaching 165°F internally.
- Higher oven temperatures (e.g., 400°F to 425°F) reduce cooking times, with boneless thighs done in about 20 to 30 minutes and bone-in thighs in about 35 to 45 minutes.
- Always use a meat thermometer to ensure chicken is cooked to at least 165°F internally for safety.
Thus, typical bake times are about 25-40 minutes at 375-400°F depending on whether the thighs have bone and skin, with internal temperature as the best indicator of doneness.
