Description
You will love these chicken thighs. The skin stays crispy and the meat remains juicy. Smoky paprika and fresh lemon provide a bold taste. This recipe is quick and requires few steps.
Ingredients
Scale
- 4 bone-in skin-on chicken thighs
- 2 tablespoons olive oil
- 1 tablespoon smoked paprika
- 1 teaspoon salt
- 0.5 teaspoon black pepper
- 1 lemon sliced into rounds
- 3 garlic cloves minced
Instructions
- Preheat your oven to 400 degrees Fahrenheit.
- Pat the chicken thighs dry with a paper towel.
- Mix the olive oil paprika salt pepper and garlic in a small bowl.
- Rub the spice mixture over all sides of the chicken thighs.
- Place the chicken and lemon slices in a single layer in a baking dish.
- Roast the chicken for 35 minutes until the skin is golden.
- Let the meat rest for 5 minutes before you serve it.
Notes
- Use bone-in thighs for the best flavor results.
- Dry the skin well to get a crispy texture.
- Check that the internal temperature reaches 165 degrees Fahrenheit.
Nutrition
- Calories: 345
Keywords: Lemon Paprika Roast Chicken Thighs Roasted Chicken Easy Dinner