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Lebanese Chicken

Savory Lebanese Chicken with Garlic-Lemon Magic

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Experience delicious Lebanese Chicken marinated in garlic and lemon, perfect for any dinner occasion.
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Prep Time 15 minutes
Cook Time 40 minutes
Resting Time 10 minutes
Total Time 1 hour 5 minutes
Servings: 4 servings
Course: Dinner
Cuisine: Lebanese
Calories: 350
Ingredients Equipment Method Nutrition Notes

Ingredients
  

For the Marinade
  • 4 cloves Garlic, minced Fresh garlic adds pungent flavor
  • 80 ml Fresh lemon juice From about 2 large lemons
  • 60 ml Extra virgin olive oil Adds richness and helps to crisp the skin
  • 2 tsp Ground cumin Warm, earthy flavor
  • 2 tsp Sweet paprika Adds sweetness and vibrant color
  • 1 tsp Ground coriander Infuses citrusy, slightly sweet notes
  • 0.5 tsp Ground cinnamon Enhances warmth
  • 0.5 tsp Freshly ground black pepper Adds gentle heat
  • 1 tsp Sea salt Essential for flavor
For the Cooking Base
  • 1 large Onion, thinly sliced Adds sweetness when roasted
For Serving
  • Lemon wedges For extra zest
  • Fresh flat-leaf parsley, chopped For garnish
For the Chicken
  • 4 pieces Bone-in, skin-on chicken thighs and drumsticks Essential for moisture and flavor

Equipment

  • Mixing Bowl
  • baking dish
  • meat thermometer

Method
 

Step-by-Step Instructions
  1. Prepare the Marinade: In a large mixing bowl, whisk together the minced garlic, fresh lemon juice, extra virgin olive oil, ground cumin, sweet paprika, ground coriander, ground cinnamon, black pepper, and sea salt.
  2. Marinate the Chicken: Pat the chicken dry and massage the marinade thoroughly into the chicken. Cover and refrigerate for at least 2 hours or overnight.
  3. Preheat the Oven: When ready to cook, preheat your oven to 220°C (425°F) and slice the onion into thin rings.
  4. Set Up the Baking Dish: Scatter the sliced onions across the bottom of a baking dish and lay the chicken pieces skin-side up on top.
  5. Roast the Chicken: Pour remaining marinade over the chicken and roast for 35-40 minutes until golden brown, checking that the internal temperature reaches 75°C (165°F).
  6. Rest and Garnish: Remove from the oven and let it rest for 5-10 minutes. Garnish with parsley and lemon wedges.

Nutrition

Serving: 1servingCalories: 350kcalCarbohydrates: 5gProtein: 30gFat: 23gSaturated Fat: 3gPolyunsaturated Fat: 2gMonounsaturated Fat: 10gCholesterol: 100mgSodium: 800mgPotassium: 600mgFiber: 1gSugar: 1gVitamin A: 10IUVitamin C: 25mgCalcium: 2mgIron: 10mg

Notes

For optimal flavor, use fresh ingredients and allow for longer marination if possible.

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