Spicy Chicken with Paprika and Herbs
Serves: 4
Preparation time: 15 minutes + 30 minutes cooking time
Ingredients
4 chicken thighs (approximately 700-800 g)
1 tablespoon paprika (sweet or smoked)
1 teaspoon herbes de Provence (or oregano, thyme, etc.)
1 pinch of salt 1 pinch of pepper
1 minced garlic clove (or 1 teaspoon of garlic powder)
2 tablespoons of olive oil
Step-by-Step Preparation
1. 
Preheating
• Preheat your oven to 200°C (gas mark 6-7).
2. 
Prepare the marinade
• In a bowl, combine the olive oil, paprika, herbes de Provence, minced garlic, salt, and pepper.
• Taste and adjust the seasoning if necessary.
3. Season the chicken
• Generously brush each chicken thigh with the marinade.
• Let stand for 10 to 15 minutes to allow the flavors to penetrate (optional, but recommended).
4. 
Cook
• Place the chicken thighs in a baking dish.
• Bake for approximately 25 to 30 minutes, depending on the size of the pieces.
• Turn them over halfway through cooking for even browning.
5. 
Check
• Check for doneness by pricking the meat: the juices should run clear and not pink.
• Serve hot.
Tip for making this recipe easier
For an even more tender texture, marinate the chicken (covered) in the refrigerator for at least 1 hour before cooking.
Ingredient swaps
You can substitute paprika with curry or ras el hanout to vary the flavors.
Cooking tip For maximum crispiness, broil the chicken for the last 3 minutes of cooking. Watch closely to avoid burning the skin.
Spicy Chicken with Paprika and Herbs
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