jw 1111 wrote:

> novice skinned some chicken thighs and put them in the oven placed on foil
> on a metal tray at 200 c for 35 mins or so. they seemed rather dry. what
> should i best do keep them a bit more moist next time please? thanks

The skin helps to retain moisture. There is also a heck of a lot of flavour in
that skin. You can rub them with oil or marinate them in something. Yoghurt
makes a great chicken marinade. Add some lemon juice, vegetable oil and
Tandoori powder and marinate them over night, then cook in a hot oven.