Golden Baked Chicken
Elevate your weeknight dinner game with this flavorful and comforting Golden Baked Chicken recipe. Featuring tender, bone-in chicken thighs marinated in a rich blend of garlic, paprika, turmeric, and lemon juice, this dish delivers a crispy golden skin and juicy, flavorful meat. The addition of chicken broth ensures each bite is wonderfully moist, while hints of dried thyme add a fragrant herbal note. Ready in under an hour, this fuss-free baked chicken recipe is as easy as it is satisfying. Perfectly versatile, it pairs beautifully with roasted vegetables, fluffy rice, or a refreshing green salad. Garnish with a sprinkle of fresh parsley for a bright finishing touch and serve up a meal that’s sure to impress.
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Recipe Information
Ingredients
- 6 pieces chicken thighs (bone-in, skin-on)
- 3 tablespoons olive oil
- 3 cloves garlic cloves, minced
- 2 teaspoons paprika
- 1 teaspoon ground turmeric
- 1 teaspoon dried thyme
- 1 teaspoon salt
- 0.5 teaspoon black pepper
- 2 tablespoons lemon juice
- 0.5 cup chicken broth
- 2 tablespoons fresh parsley, chopped (optional garnish)
Instructions
Preheat your oven to 400°F (200°C).
Pat the chicken thighs dry with paper towels, then set them aside in a large bowl.
In a small mixing bowl, whisk together the olive oil, minced garlic, paprika, turmeric, dried thyme, salt, black pepper, and lemon juice to create the marinade.
Pour the marinade over the chicken thighs, ensuring each piece is evenly coated. Let the chicken marinate for at least 10 minutes, or cover and refrigerate for up to 2 hours for a deeper flavor.
Arrange the marinated chicken thighs in a single layer in a baking dish (skin-side up).
Pour the chicken broth around the edges of the baking dish to help keep the chicken moist during baking.
Bake in the preheated oven for 35-40 minutes, or until the internal temperature of the chicken reaches 165°F (75°C) as measured with a meat thermometer. The skin should be golden and crisp.
Remove the chicken from the oven and let it rest for 5 minutes before serving.
Sprinkle with chopped fresh parsley for garnish if desired.
Serve warm with your favorite sides, such as roasted vegetables or a fresh green salad.
Nutrition Facts
Calories |
449 | ||
|---|---|---|---|
% Daily Value* |
|||
| Total Fat | 36.3 g | 47% | |
| Saturated Fat | 8.7 g | 43% | |
| Polyunsaturated Fat | 0.0 g | ||
| Cholesterol | 121 mg | 40% | |
| Sodium | 664 mg | 29% | |
| Total Carbohydrate | 3.3 g | 1% | |
| Dietary Fiber | 0.8 g | 3% | |
| Total Sugars | 0.4 g | ||
| Protein | 28.2 g | 56% | |
| Vitamin D | 0.0 mcg | 0% | |
| Calcium | 33 mg | 3% | |
| Iron | 2.3 mg | 13% | |
| Potassium | 402 mg | 9% | |
*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.
