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Spicy Mediterranean Chicken Thighs

Spicy Mediterranean Chicken Thighs

Spicy Mediterranean Chicken Thighs is the perfect recipe when you are craving some heat.
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Prep Time 2 minutes
Cook Time 40 minutes
Marinate Time 1 hour
Total Time 1 hour 42 minutes
Course bbq, Main Course, main meal, meat
Cuisine Authentic Spanish recipe, Mediterranean, Spain
Servings 4 thighs
Calories 232 kcal

Equipment

  • oven-safe baking tray
  • microplane
  • Kitchen wrap
  • cutting board
  • Sharp knife

Ingredients
  

Marinade

  • 1 lb. skinless chicken thighs 500g (4 pieces)
  • 2 cloves garlic minced
  • 0.5 teaspoon dried oregano
  • 0.5 teaspoon ground cumin
  • 0.5 teaspoon garlic powder
  • 0.5 teaspoon cayenne pepper
  • 1 teaspoon smoked paprika
  • 1 teaspoon hot pepper flakes add more for more spicy
  • 1 teaspoon lemon zest around half a lemon
  • 2 tablespoons lemon juice
  • 2 tablespoons extra virgin olive oil
  • 1 tablespoon loosely chopped dried whole chili or fresh for less heat
  • to taste Coarse sea salt

Instructions
 

Cooking Steps

  • Place all the ingredients into an oven-safe baking tray. Mix well so the chicken is evenly coated with spices, and then cover with some kitchen wrap.
  • Marinate in the fridge for at least 1 hour.
  • Preheat oven to 200°C / 400°F.
  • Bake for 40 minutes or until your chicken reaches an internal temperature of 165°F/74°C.
  • Season to taste with some salt. If you want your chicken spicier, add a light dusting of cayenne pepper.

Notes

This recipe is very easy to make and can be whipped up in one pan.

Nutrition

Serving: 1thighCalories: 232kcal
Keyword baked chicken, Chicken thighs, Easy Recipe, Mediterranean spices, one-pan recipe, Spicy Mediterranean Chicken Thighs
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