Lemon Paprika Roast Chicken Thighs
A zesty and flavorful roast chicken dish featuring tender chicken thighs, lemon, and paprika. Perfect for weeknight dinners or casual gatherings.
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 30 minutes
- Total Time: 40 minutes
- Yield: 4 servings 1x
- Category: Main Course
- Method: Roasting
- Cuisine: American
- Diet: Gluten-Free
Ingredients
Scale
- 4 chicken thighs
- 2 tablespoons olive oil
- 1 lemon (juice and zest)
- 2 teaspoons paprika
- 2 cloves garlic (minced)
- Salt and pepper to taste
- Fresh parsley for garnish
Instructions
- Preheat your oven to 400°F (200°C).
- In a bowl, combine the olive oil, lemon juice, lemon zest, paprika, minced garlic, salt, and pepper to create the marinade.
- Toss the chicken thighs in the marinade until they are well coated.
- Place the marinated chicken in a baking dish and roast for 25-30 minutes.
- Garnish with fresh parsley before serving.
Notes
For best results, use a meat thermometer to ensure an internal temperature of 165°F (75°C). You can also marinate the chicken for a couple of hours for more flavor.
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 serving
- Calories: 320
- Sugar: 1g
- Sodium: 250mg
- Fat: 20g
- Saturated Fat: 3g
- Unsaturated Fat: 14g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 5g
- Fiber: 0g
- Protein: 30g
- Cholesterol: 90mg
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