Oven Roasted Chicken Thighs & Drumsticks

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

1. Preheat the oven to 220°C.
2. In a bowl combine: olive oil, lemon juice, garlic, salt, pepper, 1/2 teaspoon of sweet paprika, turmeric, oregano, thyme and cayenne.
3. 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.
4. 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.
5. Roast the chicken for 40-45 minutes or until the internal temperature reaches 70°C.
6. After about 20 minutes of roasting, you can add a little pat of butter on each piece of chicken for crispier skin.
7. Once the chicken reaches 70°C remove from the oven and let rest for 5 minutes before serving.