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Spicy Mediterranean Chicken Thighs

Spicy Mediterranean Chicken Thighs

Spicy Mediterranean Chicken Thighs is a flavorful dish that combines juicy chicken thighs with aromatic spices for a delicious meal.
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Prep Time 1 hour
Cook Time 40 minutes
Total Time 1 hour 40 minutes
Course Main Course
Cuisine Mediterranean
Servings 4 pieces
Calories 300 kcal

Equipment

  • oven-safe baking tray

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 dried whole chili loosely chopped or fresh for less heat
  • coarse sea salt to taste

Instructions
 

Cooking Instructions

  • 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.

Nutrition

Serving: 1pieceCalories: 300kcalCarbohydrates: 2gProtein: 30gFat: 20gSaturated Fat: 5gPolyunsaturated Fat: 1gMonounsaturated Fat: 15gCholesterol: 100mgSodium: 500mgPotassium: 400mgVitamin A: 5IUVitamin C: 10mgCalcium: 2mgIron: 6mg
Keyword Baked, Chicken, easy, Healthy, Spicy, thyme
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