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Ultimate Chicken Thigh Recipes Guide: Ingredients, Temps, Tips

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Prep Time 15 minutes
Cook Time 40 minutes
Marinating Time 10 minutes
Total Time 1 hour 5 minutes
Servings: 6 thighs
Course: Dinner
Cuisine: American
Calories: 298
Ingredients Equipment Method Nutrition Notes

Ingredients
  

For the Chicken
  • 6 chicken thighs bone-in and skin-on
  • 1/2 teaspoon salt
  • 1/2 teaspoon pepper
For the Marinade
  • 3 tablespoons olive oil
  • 6 cloves garlic minced
  • 2 teaspoons smoked paprika
  • 1 teaspoon dried oregano
  • 1 teaspoon dried dill
  • 2 teaspoons honey
  • 1 small lemon zested

Equipment

  • Oven
  • Baking dish
  • small bowl

Method
 

  1. Preheat your oven to 450F (220C). Lightly grease a baking dish.
  2. Pat the chicken thighs dry to remove any moisture. Season them with salt and pepper.
  3. In a small bowl, combine the olive oil, minced garlic, smoked paprika, dried oregano, dried dill, honey, and lemon zest.
  4. Place the chicken thighs in the prepared baking dish. Coat them thoroughly with the marinade.
  5. Bake for 35-40 minutes, or until the internal temperature of the chicken reaches 165F.

Nutrition

Calories: 298kcalCarbohydrates: 6gProtein: 24gFat: 21gSodium: 307mgPotassium: 357mgFiber: 1gVitamin A: 456IUVitamin C: 11mgCalcium: 27mgIron: 1mg

Notes

To store: Refrigerate leftover chicken within 3 to 4 days in an airtight container or wrapped in foil. To reheat: Place chicken thighs in an oven preheated to 400F for 15 minutes, or until heated through.
Spice it up: Add red pepper flakes to the marinade for a spicy kick. Use Italian seasoning for an easy flavor boost. Consider using a chicken drumstick marinade or a 4-ingredient chicken marinade before baking. For an extra crispy layer, sprinkle with 1-2 teaspoons of grated Parmesan cheese.

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