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Roasted Greek Chicken Thighs

Savor the Flavor of Roasted Greek Chicken Thighs Tonight

Discover Roasted Greek Chicken Thighs, a flavorful dish bringing Mediterranean flair to your dinner table with simple ingredients.
Prep Time 15 minutes
Cook Time 40 minutes
Marinating Time 3 hours
Total Time 3 hours 55 minutes
Servings: 4 thighs
Course: Dinner
Cuisine: Greek
Calories: 320

Ingredients
  

For the Chicken
  • 4 thighs Chicken Thighs bone-in and skin-on
  • 4 cloves Garlic freshly minced
  • 1 tablespoon Dried Oregano
  • 1 teaspoon Chili Powder adjust to taste
  • 1 teaspoon Black Pepper freshly ground
  • 2 tablespoons Lemon Juice freshly squeezed
  • 3 tablespoons Olive Oil high quality
  • 1 tablespoon Honey optional low-carb substitute
For Serving
  • 1 cup Tzatziki Sauce for drizzling
  • 2 cups Roasted Vegetables seasonal
  • 2 cups Greek Salad for pairing

Equipment

  • Mixing bowl
  • Baking Sheet
  • plastic wrap
  • Oven

Method
 

Step-by-Step Instructions
  1. Make 3-4 shallow slices through each chicken thigh down to the bone and season with salt and black pepper.
  2. In a mixing bowl, combine minced garlic, chili powder, dried oregano, salt, black pepper, olive oil, honey, and lemon juice and whisk until well blended.
  3. Submerge seasoned chicken in marinade, cover, and refrigerate for 2 to 4 hours.
  4. Preheat your oven to 200ºC (400ºF).
  5. After marinating, remove chicken from marinade and pat dry; arrange on a parchment-lined baking sheet.
  6. Bake chicken for 30 to 40 minutes until the skin is crispy and internal temperature reaches 165ºF.
  7. Broil for an additional 4-5 minutes for extra crispiness.
  8. Let the chicken rest for 5-10 minutes before serving with tzatziki or Greek salad.

Nutrition

Serving: 1thighCalories: 320kcalCarbohydrates: 2gProtein: 30gFat: 22gSaturated Fat: 6gPolyunsaturated Fat: 3gMonounsaturated Fat: 10gCholesterol: 120mgSodium: 290mgPotassium: 300mgSugar: 1gVitamin C: 2mgCalcium: 2mgIron: 6mg

Notes

Opt for high-quality chicken thighs for the best flavor. Marinate for at least 2 hours for maximum flavor. Ensure chicken reaches 165ºF for safety.

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