Description
A flavorful roast chicken recipe marinated in zesty citrus and spices for a comforting family meal.
Ingredients
Scale
- 4 chicken thighs
- 4 chicken drumsticks
- 1/4 cup olive oil
- 1/4 cup orange juice
- 1/4 cup lime juice
- 4 garlic cloves, minced
- 2 teaspoons chili powder
- 1 teaspoon cumin
- 1 teaspoon paprika
- 1 teaspoon oregano
- Salt and pepper to taste
Instructions
- Whisk together olive oil, orange juice, lime juice, garlic, chili powder, cumin, paprika, oregano, salt, and pepper.
- Place chicken in a zip-top bag or dish and pour marinade over. Seal the bag or cover the dish and marinate for at least 1 hour, preferably overnight.
- Preheat the grill to medium-high heat or oven to 400°F (200°C).
- Cook chicken for 6-7 minutes per side if grilling until cooked through. If baking, place chicken on a baking sheet and bake for 35-45 minutes, or until the internal temperature reaches 165°F (75°C).
- Allow the chicken to rest for 5 minutes before serving.
Notes
For deeper flavor, marinate overnight and ensure chicken is at room temperature before cooking.
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 45 minutes
- Category: main course
- Method: Roasting
- Cuisine: American
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 serving
- Calories: 450
- Sugar: 5g
- Sodium: 500mg
- Fat: 20g
- Saturated Fat: 3g
- Unsaturated Fat: 12g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 10g
- Fiber: 0g
- Protein: 35g
- Cholesterol: 90mg