Favourite Chicken
Juicy, flavorful, and perfectly caramelized, "Favourite Chicken" is the ultimate oven-baked chicken recipe that’s sure to become a mealtime staple. Featuring tender bone-in, skin-on chicken thighs marinated in a mouthwatering blend of olive oil, soy sauce, lemon juice, honey, garlic, and aromatic spices like paprika and oregano, this dish achieves the perfect balance of savory, tangy, and slightly sweet flavors. Oven-baked to perfection and finished with a crispy, golden skin, it’s as stunning to serve as it is simple to prepare. With just 15 minutes of prep time and the option to marinate overnight for extra flavor, this recipe is both convenient and irresistibly delicious. Garnished with freshly chopped parsley and paired with sides like roasted vegetables or steamed rice, "Favourite Chicken" is an effortlessly elegant dinner option that your family will request on repeat.
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Recipe Information
Ingredients
- 6 pieces chicken thighs (bone-in, skin-on)
- 3 tablespoons olive oil
- 2 tablespoons soy sauce
- 2 tablespoons lemon juice
- 1 tablespoon honey
- 4 cloves garlic cloves (minced)
- 1 teaspoon paprika
- 1 teaspoon dried oregano
- 1 teaspoon salt
- 0.5 teaspoon black pepper
- 2 tablespoons fresh parsley (chopped, for garnish)
Instructions
In a medium-sized bowl, combine olive oil, soy sauce, lemon juice, honey, minced garlic, paprika, oregano, salt, and black pepper. Mix well to form a marinade.
Place the chicken thighs in a large resealable plastic bag or a shallow dish. Pour the marinade over the chicken, ensuring all pieces are evenly coated. Seal the bag or cover the dish with plastic wrap. Refrigerate for at least 1 hour, or ideally overnight, to allow the flavors to infuse.
Preheat your oven to 375°F (190°C).
Transfer the marinated chicken thighs to a baking dish, skin-side up. Pour any remaining marinade over the chicken.
Bake in the preheated oven for 35-40 minutes, or until the chicken is cooked through and the internal temperature reaches 165°F (74°C). For a crispy skin, broil for an additional 2-3 minutes at the end of cooking.
Remove the chicken from the oven and let it rest for 5 minutes.
Garnish with freshly chopped parsley before serving. Serve warm with your favorite sides, such as roasted vegetables or steamed rice.
Nutrition Facts
Calories |
2376 | ||
|---|---|---|---|
% Daily Value* |
|||
| Total Fat | 182.1 g | 233% | |
| Saturated Fat | 46.2 g | 231% | |
| Polyunsaturated Fat | 4.0 g | ||
| Cholesterol | 729 mg | 243% | |
| Sodium | 4259 mg | 185% | |
| Total Carbohydrate | 27.8 g | 10% | |
| Dietary Fiber | 2.2 g | 8% | |
| Total Sugars | 18.4 g | ||
| Protein | 166.5 g | 333% | |
| Vitamin D | 0.0 mcg | 0% | |
| Calcium | 158 mg | 12% | |
| Iron | 10.6 mg | 59% | |
| Potassium | 1960 mg | 42% | |
*The % Daily Value tells you how much a nutrient in a serving of food contributes to a daily diet. 2,000 calories a day is used for general nutrition advice.
