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Smoky Paprika Chicken Thighs

Smoky Paprika Chicken


  • Author: Crystal
  • Total Time: 30 minutes
  • Yield: 4 servings 1x
  • Diet: Low carb

Description

Juicy chicken fillets seasoned with smoked paprika, garlic powder, and pepper, cooked to perfection in olive oil. A quick, flavorful dinner ready in under 30 minutes.


Ingredients

Scale
  • 4 boneless chicken fillets
  • 2 tablespoons olive oil
  • 1 teaspoon smoked paprika
  • 1 teaspoon garlic powder
  • 1/2 teaspoon freshly ground black pepper
  • 1 teaspoon salt
  • 1 tablespoon lemon juice
  • 2 teaspoons honey
  • 2 tablespoons fresh parsley, chopped

Instructions

  1. Pat the chicken fillets dry with paper towels.
  2. In a small bowl, combine olive oil, smoked paprika, garlic powder, pepper, salt, lemon juice, and honey to make a marinade.
  3. Coat the chicken fillets evenly with the marinade and let them marinate for 5 minutes.
  4. Preheat the oven to 200°C (400°F).
  5. Place the marinated chicken on a baking sheet lined with parchment paper.
  6. Bake for 18-20 minutes, or until the internal temperature reaches 75°C (165°F) and the surface is lightly charred.
  7. Remove from the oven, sprinkle with fresh parsley, and let rest for 3 minutes before serving.

Notes

Serve with roasted vegetables, rice, or a simple green salad for a complete meal.

  • Prep Time: 10 minutes
  • Cook Time: 20 minutes
  • Category: Dinner
  • Method: Baking
  • Cuisine: Mediterranean

Nutrition

  • Serving Size: 1 chicken fillet (approx 150g)
  • Calories: 250 kcal
  • Sugar: 2g
  • Sodium: 300mg
  • Fat: 12g
  • Saturated Fat: 3g
  • Unsaturated Fat: 9g
  • Trans Fat: 0g
  • Carbohydrates: 5g
  • Fiber: 1g
  • Protein: 30g
  • Cholesterol: 70mg

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