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Baked Garlic and Paprika Chicken

Oven baked chicken seasoned with garlic and warm paprika spices.
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Prep Time 10 minutes
Cook Time 45 minutes
Total Time 55 minutes
Servings: 4 People
Course: Dinner
Cuisine: American
Ingredients Method

Ingredients
  

For the Chicken:
  • 2 pounds chicken thighs or drumsticks skin on
  • 4 cloves garlic minced
  • 2 teaspoons paprika
  • 1 teaspoon smoked paprika
  • 1 teaspoon onion powder
  • ½ teaspoon black pepper
  • 1 teaspoon salt
  • 3 tablespoons olive oil
  • 1 tablespoon lemon juice
  • Fresh parsley chopped for garnish

Method
 

  1. Heat the Oven: Set the oven to 400°F. Let it fully heat so the chicken starts cooking right away once it goes in.
  2. Prepare the Seasoning: In a bowl mix paprika, smoked paprika, onion powder, salt, and black pepper. Stir well so everything blends evenly.
  3. Coat the Chicken: Place chicken in a large bowl. Add olive oil, garlic, lemon juice, and the spice mix. Use your hands to coat every piece fully.
  4. Arrange for Baking: Lay the chicken skin side up on a baking dish. Leave space between pieces so heat circulates properly.
  5. Bake Until Golden: Slide the dish into the oven and bake for forty five minutes. The skin should look golden and slightly crisp.
  6. Rest Before Serving: Remove the dish from the oven and let the chicken rest for five minutes. This keeps the juices inside the meat.