Description
Savory Mediterranean Chicken Thighs for Flavor Lovers
Ingredients
Scale
- 4 pieces bone-in, skin-on chicken thighs
- 3 tablespoons extra virgin olive oil
- 1 whole lemon (Juice of 1 lemon, about 3 tablespoons)
- 3 cloves garlic (Minced)
- 2 teaspoons dried oregano
- 2 teaspoons dried thyme
- 1 teaspoon paprika
- 1 teaspoon salt
- 1 teaspoon black pepper
- 2 tablespoons fresh parsley (Chopped for garnish)
Instructions
- In a large mixing bowl, combine the extra virgin olive oil, lemon juice, minced garlic, oregano, thyme, paprika, salt, and black pepper. Stir well until all ingredients are blended into a delightful marinade.
- Gently add the bone-in, skin-on chicken thighs to the bowl, tossing to coat them thoroughly. Cover the bowl with plastic wrap and let the chicken marinate in the refrigerator for at least 30 minutes, or up to 2 hours for deeper flavor.
- Set your oven to preheat at 425°F (220°C). This ensures a hot environment for perfectly crispy skin!
- Arrange the marinated chicken thighs in a baking dish or sheet pan, skin side up, allowing the marinade to soak into the meat. Pour any remaining marinade over the chicken for added flavor.
- Place the chicken in the preheated oven and bake for 35-45 minutes. Look for the internal temperature to reach 165°F (74°C) and the skin to be crispy and golden brown.
- Once cooked, remove the chicken from the oven and let it rest for 5 minutes. Garnish with fresh parsley right before serving.
Notes
- Prep Time: 30 minutes
- Cook Time: 45 minutes
- Category: Main Course
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: Mediterranean
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 chicken thigh
- Calories: 300 kcal
- Sugar: 1 g
- Sodium: 500 mg
- Fat: 22 g
- Saturated Fat: 5 g
- Unsaturated Fat: 15 g
- Trans Fat: 0 g
- Carbohydrates: 1 g
- Fiber: 0 g
- Protein: 25 g
- Cholesterol: 100 mg
Keywords: Mediterranean Chicken Thighs