Description
Juicy, crispy roasted chicken thighs seasoned with garlic, paprika, and olive oil.
Ingredients
Scale
- 8 chicken pieces
- 2 tbsp olive oil
- 1 tsp garlic powder
- 1 tsp paprika
- 1 tsp salt
- 1 tsp black pepper
- 1/2 tsp dried thyme
- 1 lemon, sliced
- Fresh parsley for garnish
Instructions
- Preheat the oven to 425°F (220°C).
- Pat the chicken pieces dry with paper towels.
- In a large bowl, combine olive oil, garlic powder, paprika, salt, black pepper, and dried thyme.
- Toss the chicken pieces in the seasoned oil until evenly coated.
- Arrange the chicken on a baking sheet lined with parchment paper, skin side up.
- Place lemon slices around the chicken for added flavor.
- Roast for 30-35 minutes, or until the skin is golden brown and the internal temperature reaches 165°F (74°C).
- Remove from the oven and let rest for 5 minutes before serving.
- Garnish with fresh parsley and serve hot.
Notes
For extra crispiness, broil for 2-3 minutes at the end of cooking.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 35 minutes
- Category: Dinner
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: American
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 2 thighs
- Calories: 450 kcal
- Sugar: 2g
- Sodium: 600mg
- Fat: 25g
- Saturated Fat: 6g
- Unsaturated Fat: 19g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 5g
- Fiber: 1g
- Protein: 40g
- Cholesterol: 200mg
Keywords: roasted chicken, comfort food, easy dinner