Enjoy succulent, juicy chicken thighs with a burst of flavor from roasted garlic and oregano. This easy recipe creates perfectly crispy skin and tender meat, making it an ideal weeknight dinner or a special meal for guests. Serve with your favorite veggies or a side of roasted potatoes for a complete, satisfying meal. Simple, delicious, and guaranteed to impress! ️
Ingredients:
- 8 chicken thighs
- 2 teaspoons salt
- 6 garlic cloves (or more, if preferred)
- 1 teaspoon dried oregano
- 2 teaspoons ground red pepper
- 3 tablespoons sunflower oil
Instructions:
- Prepare the Chicken:
- Pat the chicken thighs dry with paper towels and place them in a deep container.
- Season the Chicken:
- Crush 3 of the garlic cloves and mix them with salt, oregano, and ground red pepper.
- Coat the chicken thighs thoroughly with the garlic-spice mixture. For added flavor, you can also crush additional garlic cloves and coat the chicken with them.
- Add the sunflower oil to the container, mix well, and cover. Allow the chicken to marinate at room temperature for 1 hour.
- Preheat the Oven:
- Heat the oven to 200°C (400°F).
- Roast the Chicken:
- Arrange the marinated chicken thighs on a baking sheet. If desired, line the baking sheet with parchment paper for easy cleanup.
- Place the remaining whole garlic cloves on the baking sheet around the chicken.
- Roast in the preheated oven for 35-40 minutes, or until the chicken is cooked through and golden brown.
- Serve:
- Remove the chicken from the oven and let it rest for a few minutes before serving.
- The garlic cloves will be infused with the chicken juices and can be used to make a flavorful garlic sauce if you like.
Tips:
- Garlic Sauce: If you roast a whole head of garlic along with the chicken, you can squeeze the roasted garlic out of the cloves to create a delicious garlic sauce.
- Cleanup: Using parchment paper on the baking sheet helps prevent sticking and makes cleanup easier.
Serving Suggestion: Serve the roasted chicken thighs with your favorite side dishes, such as roasted vegetables, mashed potatoes, or a fresh salad.
