Old Bay-Spiced Fried Chicken Thighs

By AislePrompt Editorial · Published 2026-04-23 · Updated 2026-04-23

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Crispy, juicy chicken thighs coated in a signature Old Bay spice blend, perfect for a Maryland-inspired weeknight dinner. This American-inspired Easter recipe, ready in about 35 minutes, pairs chicken thighs, cornstarch, Old Bay seasoning for a weeknight-friendly dinner that comes together with one pan and minimal cleanup. Each serving lands at about 380 calories and feeds 4, so it slots cleanly into a weekly meal plan and pairs well with a quick salad or grain on the side. Tap "Plan a meal with the AI" below to drop this recipe into your week and send the ingredients straight to Instacart. Nutrition values are approximate, calculated from USDA FoodData Central (fdc.nal.usda.gov) — verify against ingredient labels for any health-driven dietary plan.

Prep: 20 min Cook: 15 min Serves 4 American cuisine 380 cal/serving

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Ingredients

1 lb bone-in, skin-on chicken thighs
1/4 cup cornstarch
2 tsp Old Bay seasoning
1 tsp paprika
1/2 tsp garlic powder
1/2 cup all-purpose flour
1 cup vegetable oil
2 tbsp chopped fresh parsley

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Instructions

Step 1: Pat 1 lb chicken thighs dry with paper towels. In a bowl, mix 1/4 cup cornstarch, 2 tsp Old Bay seasoning, 1 tsp paprika, and 1/2 tsp garlic powder.
Step 2: Dredge each thigh in the cornstarch mixture, then coat in 1/2 cup all-purpose flour, pressing gently to adhere.
Step 3: Heat 1 cup vegetable oil in a deep skillet to 350°F (use a thermometer). Fry chicken thighs in batches for 12-14 minutes, turning once, until golden brown and internal temperature reaches 165°F.
Step 4: Transfer to a wire rack to drain. Sprinkle with 2 tbsp chopped fresh parsley before serving.