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Baked Mediterranean Chicken Thighs

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These oven-baked chicken thighs are seasoned with garlic, lemon, and Mediterranean spices, then roasted with tomatoes, olives, and red onions for a flavorful, juicy dish. Serve it with couscous, rice, or a simple side salad!

Ingredients

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For the Chicken:

  • 6 bone-in, skin-on chicken thighs
  • 2 tablespoons olive oil
  • 1 tablespoon lemon juice
  • 3 cloves garlic, minced
  • 1 teaspoon dried oregano
  • 1 teaspoon dried thyme
  • 1 teaspoon smoked paprika
  • ½ teaspoon ground cumin
  • ½ teaspoon salt
  • ¼ teaspoon black pepper

For the Roasted Vegetables:

  • 1 cup cherry tomatoes, halved
  • ½ red onion, thinly sliced
  • ½ cup Kalamata olives, pitted and halved
  • 1 small zucchini, sliced (optional)
  • 1 tablespoon olive oil
  • ½ teaspoon salt
  • ¼ teaspoon black pepper

For Garnish:

  • ¼ cup crumbled feta cheese
  • 2 tablespoons fresh parsley, chopped
  • Lemon wedges

Instructions

  1. Preheat the Oven:

    • Preheat oven to 400°F (200°C).

  2. Marinate the Chicken:

    • In a bowl, mix olive oil, lemon juice, garlic, oregano, thyme, smoked paprika, cumin, salt, and black pepper.
    • Rub the marinade all over the chicken thighs and let sit for 10-15 minutes (or overnight for extra flavor).

  3. Prepare the Vegetables:

    • In a baking dish, toss cherry tomatoes, red onion, olives, and zucchini with olive oil, salt, and pepper.

  4. Bake the Chicken:

    • Nestle the marinated chicken thighs into the baking dish with the vegetables.
    • Bake uncovered for 35-40 minutes, or until the chicken reaches 165°F (74°C) and the skin is crispy.

  5. Broil for Extra Crispiness (Optional):

    • If you want crispier skin, broil on high for 2-3 minutes at the end.

  6. Garnish & Serve:

    • Sprinkle with feta cheese and fresh parsley, then serve with lemon wedges on the side.

 

Notes

  • Make It Spicy: Add ½ teaspoon red pepper flakes to the marinade.
  • Serving Suggestions: Serve with quinoa, rice, couscous, or a Greek salad.
  • Meal Prep Friendly: Store leftovers in the fridge for up to 4 days.

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