Description
A comforting dish that brings joy to your family gatherings with perfectly crispy skin and juicy meat.
Ingredients
- Chicken pieces (legs, thighs, or a whole chicken)
- Olive oil or melted butter
- Salt
- Pepper
- Garlic powder
- Paprika
- Dried herbs (such as oregano, thyme, or rosemary)
Instructions
- Preheat your oven to 425°F (220°C).
- Pat the chicken pieces dry with a paper towel.
- In a large bowl, mix together olive oil, salt, pepper, garlic powder, and paprika.
- Coat each chicken piece evenly with the mixture.
- Arrange the chicken on a baking sheet lined with parchment paper.
- Bake for 35-40 minutes, or until the skin is golden brown and the internal temperature reaches 165°F (75°C).
- For extra crispiness, broil the chicken for the last 2-3 minutes.
- Let the chicken rest for a few minutes before serving.
Notes
Serve with garlic mushrooms or a fresh salad for a complete meal. Avoid overcrowding the pan for better crispiness.
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 serving
- Calories: 350
- Sugar: 0g
- Sodium: 600mg
- Fat: 20g
- Saturated Fat: 5g
- Unsaturated Fat: 10g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 5g
- Fiber: 0g
- Protein: 30g
- Cholesterol: 80mg
Keywords: baked chicken, crispy chicken, family recipe