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Lebanese Chicken

Mouthwatering Lebanese Chicken with Garlic and Lemon Magic

Discover this Juicy Lebanese Chicken recipe packed with garlic and lemon flavor, perfect for any dinner table.
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Prep Time 10 minutes
Cook Time 40 minutes
Marination Time 2 hours
Total Time 2 hours 50 minutes
Servings: 4 pieces
Course: Chicken
Cuisine: Mediterranean
Calories: 400
Ingredients Equipment Method Nutrition Notes

Ingredients
  

For the Marinade
  • 1.5 kg Bone-in, skin-on chicken thighs and drumsticks Keep bone-in for extra juiciness
  • 4 cloves Garlic, minced Star ingredient for flavor
  • 80 ml Fresh lemon juice From about 2 large lemons
  • 60 ml Extra virgin olive oil Adds moisture and richness
  • 2 tsp Ground cumin Provides warm flavor
  • 2 tsp Sweet paprika Contributes color and sweetness
  • 1 tsp Ground coriander Citrusy notes complement the marinade
  • 0.5 tsp Ground cinnamon Adds warmth and depth
  • 0.5 tsp Freshly ground black pepper For a kick of heat
  • 1 tsp Sea salt Enhances flavor
For Roasting
  • 1 large Onion, thinly sliced Serves as a bed for the chicken
  • Lemon wedges For serving
  • Fresh flat-leaf parsley, chopped For garnish

Equipment

  • Mixing bowl
  • baking dish
  • Meat Thermometer

Method
 

Preparation
  1. In a large mixing bowl, whisk together minced garlic, fresh lemon juice, and extra virgin olive oil until well combined. Then, add cumin, sweet paprika, coriander, cinnamon, black pepper, and salt. Mix until smooth.
  2. Pat your chicken thighs and drumsticks dry with paper towels. Massage the prepared marinade into the chicken. Cover the bowl with plastic wrap and refrigerate for at least 2 hours, or ideally up to 8 hours.
  3. Preheat your oven to 220°C (425°F). Make sure the oven is fully heated before placing the chicken inside.
  4. In a baking dish, scatter the thinly sliced onion at the bottom. Arrange the marinated chicken pieces skin-side up on top of the onions.
  5. Pour any remaining marinade over the chicken. Roast for 35 to 40 minutes, or until the skin is golden brown and the internal temperature reads 75°C (165°F).
  6. Once done, remove from oven and let the chicken rest for 5 to 10 minutes. Garnish with parsley and serve with lemon wedges.

Nutrition

Serving: 1pieceCalories: 400kcalCarbohydrates: 5gProtein: 30gFat: 30gSaturated Fat: 8gPolyunsaturated Fat: 2gMonounsaturated Fat: 10gCholesterol: 100mgSodium: 600mgPotassium: 500mgFiber: 1gSugar: 1gVitamin A: 10IUVitamin C: 30mgCalcium: 2mgIron: 10mg

Notes

For maximum flavor, marinate overnight. Always use fresh lemon juice for best results.

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