Lemon Paprika Roast Chicken Thighs
A quick and flavorful chicken dish featuring a zesty marinade of lemon and paprika, perfect for busy weeknight dinners.
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 30 minutes
- Total Time: 40 minutes
- Yield: 4 servings 1x
- Category: Main Course
- Method: Roasting
- Cuisine: American
- Diet: None
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 the oven to 400°F (200°C).
- In a bowl, combine the olive oil, lemon juice, lemon zest, paprika, minced garlic, salt, and pepper.
- 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, or until the chicken is cooked through and has a golden-brown exterior.
- Garnish with fresh parsley before serving.
Notes
Allow the chicken to marinate for at least 30 minutes for enhanced flavor. For extra crispiness, broil for the last 2-3 minutes.
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 serving
- Calories: 400
- Sugar: 1g
- Sodium: 350mg
- Fat: 20g
- Saturated Fat: 3g
- Unsaturated Fat: 12g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 2g
- Fiber: 0g
- Protein: 28g
- Cholesterol: 100mg