Lemon & Paprika Baked Chicken

This Lemon & Paprika Baked Chicken is an easy and juicy dinner recipe that’s done in 30 minutes! It is sure to be a hit with the whole family!

If you’re after a quick and easy dinner recipe, you can’t go past this baked chicken! Made with fresh lemon juice and basic spices, it’s the ultimate last minute meal!

I love this recipe because it basically goes perfectly served along side anything, like my Warm Zucchini Salad or even a simple mashed potato and veg! Whatever you serve this chicken with, it’s going to be good!

How to Make Lemon & Paprika Baked Chicken

When I said this was an easy recipe, I meant it. Literally all you have to do is throw all the ingredients in a bowl, toss to coat in marinade and then bake for 30 minutes. That’s what I call winner, winner chicken dinner!

Another great thing about this baked chicken recipe is that it uses everyday ingredients that you probably already have.

Chicken Thighs – I used bone-in chicken thighs but you can also use boneless if you prefer. I do however find thighs to be a lot juicier than breasts.

Lemon Juice

Olive Oil – you can substitute olive oil for any other neutral cooking oil like canola, avocado or vegetable.

Paprika – I used normal paprika in this dish, but you can use smoked paprika for a nice smokey flavour.

What To Serve With Baked Chicken

As I mentioned earlier, just about anything you serve along side this chicken is going to be great! Here are a few of my favourites…

• Mashed Potato or Baked Potatoes
• Vegetables Like Grilled Corn on the Cob
• Salad, Potato Salad or Coleslaw

Lemon & Paprika Baked Chicken

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Prep Time 5 minutes mins

Cook Time 30 minutes mins

Total Time 35 minutes mins

Course Main Course

Cuisine American

Servings 4

Ingredients

  

• 4 large chicken thighs
• 2 tbsp lemon juice
• 2 tbsp olive oil
• 1 tsp paprika
• 1 tsp garlic powder
• salt & pepper to taste

Instructions

 

• Preheat oven to 180°C and line a baking tray with baking paper.
• Place chicken thighs in a large bowl and add lemon juice, oil, paprika and garlic powder. Toss chicken in marinade and place on prepared tray.
• Baked for 30 minutes or until chicken is cooked through. Serve.

Keyword Baked Chicken, Chicken Recipes, Chicken Thighs, Gluten Free, Summer Recipes