Paprika Chicken
This easy paprika chicken recipe uses simple ingredients and bold seasoning for big flavor. Make it in one skillet for quick cleanup.
Servings: 4 servings
Calories: 688kcal
Ingredients
- ⅓ cup olive oil
- 2 tablespoons dark brown sugar
- 1 tablespoon sweet paprika
- 1½ teaspoons chipotle chili pepper
- 1 teaspoon garlic powder
- 1 teaspoon onion powder
- 1 teaspoon salt
- ½ teaspoon ground black pepper
- 8 medium-sized chicken thighs skinless and bone-in (about 2 pounds total)
- fresh chopped parsley for garnish
Instructions
- Preheat oven to 400°F.
- In a small bowl, mix together the olive oil, brown sugar, smoked paprika, garlic powder, onion powder, salt, and black pepper. Set aside.
- Remove any excess fat from the chicken thighs, pat them dry with a paper towel, and place them in a large bowl.
- Pour the olive oil mixture over the chicken and toss to coat making sure to completely cover each chicken piece in the spice mixture.
- Place the chicken thighs in a single layer in a 9×9 baking dish. Cook for 40 minutes until the chicken is cooked through, juices run clear and a meat thermometer inserted into the thickest part of the chicken reads 165°F.
- Allow the chicken to rest for 5 minutes before garnishing with fresh chopped parsley and serving.
Notes
- Spices last for a long time, but sometimes they get a bit dry and lumpy. You can still use them. Just put them in a bowl or use a mortar and pestle to break up the lumps before using them. A little bit of oil sometimes helps with the process.
- For a bolder flavor, let the chicken marinate for 1 to 3 hours. Cover the bowl and make sure to place it in the fridge.
- Oven temperatures vary and may need to be recalibrated periodically to ensure they are accurate. Make sure to keep a close eye on your chicken as the suggested cooking time approaches.
Nutrition
Calories: 688kcal | Carbohydrates: 9g | Protein: 37g | Fat: 56g | Saturated Fat: 13g | Polyunsaturated Fat: 10g | Monounsaturated Fat: 29g | Trans Fat: 0.2g | Cholesterol: 221mg | Sodium: 760mg | Potassium: 529mg | Fiber: 1g | Sugar: 6g | Vitamin A: 1040IU | Vitamin C: 0.1mg | Calcium: 31mg | Iron: 2mg