Ingredients
- 4 Chicken Thighs
- 4 Chicken Drumsticks
- 2 tbsp Olive Oil Extra Virgin
- 2 tbsp Lemon Juice
- 1 teaspoon Salt Himalayan or Kosher
- 1/2 teaspoon Black Pepper Freshly grounded
- 2 cloves Garlic Minced
- 1 teaspoon Sweet Paprika
- 1/2 teaspoon Turmeric
- 1/2 teaspoon Oregano Dried
- 1/2 teaspoon Thyme Dried
- Pinch Cayenne Pepper
- 2 tablespoon butter optional for a crispy skin
Method
- Preheat the oven to 220°C.
- In a bowl combine: olive oil, lemon juice, garlic, salt, pepper, 1/2 teaspoon of sweet paprika, turmeric, oregano, thyme and cayenne.
- Place the chicken in the oven-safe dish like casserole or cast-iron skillet. Pour the mixture over the chicken and rub it on both sides.
- Place the chicken skin side up and sprinkle with the remaining 1/2 teaspoon of sweet paprika (for more intense color); Transfer the casserole to the hot oven.
- Roast the chicken for 40-45 minutes or until the internal temperature reaches 70°C.
- After about 20 minutes of roasting, you can add a little pat of butter on each piece of chicken for crispier skin.
- Once the chicken reaches 70°C remove from the oven and let rest for 5 minutes before serving.
Source: https://eatingeuropean.com/oven-roasted-chicken-legs-thighs-drumsticks/#recipe
