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Lemon Paprika Roast Chicken

Lemon Paprika Roast Chicken That Will Wow Your Dinner Guests

Delight your taste buds with this Lemon Paprika Roast Chicken, combining zesty lemon and smoky paprika flavors.
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Prep Time 10 minutes
Cook Time 40 minutes
Resting Time 5 minutes
Total Time 55 minutes
Servings: 4 thighs
Course: Dinner
Cuisine: American
Calories: 250
Ingredients Equipment Method Nutrition Notes

Ingredients
  

For the Marinade
  • 1/4 cup Fresh Lemon Juice Can be swapped with lime juice
  • 2 tablespoons Olive Oil Can replace with vegetable oil
  • 2 teaspoons Smoked Paprika Regular paprika can be used
  • 3 cloves Garlic (crushed) Substitute with garlic powder as needed
  • 1 teaspoon Salt Adjust to personal taste
  • 1/2 teaspoon Pepper Adjust to personal taste
For the Chicken
  • 4 pieces Chicken Thighs Can substitute with chicken breasts

Equipment

  • Medium Bowl
  • Resealable plastic bag or shallow dish
  • Oven
  • Baking Sheet

Method
 

Step-by-Step Instructions
  1. In a medium bowl, whisk together fresh lemon juice, olive oil, smoked paprika, crushed garlic, salt, and pepper until well blended.
  2. Place the chicken thighs in a resealable plastic bag or shallow dish, and pour the prepared marinade over them.
  3. Preheat your oven to 425°F (220°C).
  4. Remove the chicken thighs from the marinade, letting the excess drip off, and place them skin-side up on the prepared baking sheet.
  5. Bake the chicken thighs in the preheated oven for 35 to 40 minutes.
  6. Once the chicken is roasted to perfection, let it rest for 5 minutes before serving.

Nutrition

Serving: 1thighCalories: 250kcalCarbohydrates: 2gProtein: 24gFat: 17gSaturated Fat: 3gPolyunsaturated Fat: 1gMonounsaturated Fat: 10gCholesterol: 100mgSodium: 300mgPotassium: 400mgVitamin A: 500IUVitamin C: 10mgCalcium: 10mgIron: 1mg

Notes

Perfect for meal prep and can be customized to suit various dietary needs. Store leftovers in an airtight container for up to 3 days.

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