Baked Chicken Thighs with Paprika
Bone-in chicken thighs coated with olive oil, sweet paprika, garlic, and herbs, then baked until browned and juicy.
Instructions
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Step 1
Preheat the oven to 220°C and set a baking sheet aside.
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Step 2
Stir together the olive oil, paprika, garlic powder, oregano, salt, and black pepper to form a loose seasoning paste.
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Step 3
Pat the chicken thighs dry, add them to the bowl, and coat them evenly with the seasoning paste.
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Step 4
Arrange the thighs skin-side up on the baking sheet with space between them.
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Step 5
Bake for 35–40 minutes, until browned and the thickest part of each thigh reaches at least 74°C.
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Step 6
Rest the chicken for 5 minutes, then drizzle with the lemon juice and serve.
Nutrition (Estimated)
Food safety
Caution: medium
Cook every thigh to an internal temperature of at least 74°C. Refrigerate leftovers within 2 hours and use them within 3–4 days.
Risk factors
- raw poultry
- cross-contamination
- possible undercooking