Crafting-Inspired Fire-Roasted Chicken Thighs

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Juicy chicken thighs roasted with a smoky, spicy rub inspired by elemental fire, delivering deep flavor and crispy skin. This Mediterranean-inspired chicken recipe, ready in about 50 minutes, pairs bone-in chicken thighs, smoked paprika, ground cumin for a weeknight-friendly dinner that comes together with one pan and minimal cleanup. Each serving lands at about 320 calories and feeds 4, so it slots cleanly into a weekly meal plan and pairs well with a quick salad or grain on the side. Tap "Plan a meal with the AI" below to drop this recipe into your week and send the ingredients straight to Instacart. Nutrition values are approximate, calculated from USDA FoodData Central (fdc.nal.usda.gov) — verify against ingredient labels for any health-driven dietary plan.

Prep: 10 min Cook: 40 min Serves 4 Mediterranean cuisine 320 cal/serving
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Ingredients

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Instructions

  1. Step 1: Preheat oven to 425°F (220°C). In a small bowl, mix 2 tsp smoked paprika, 1 tsp ground cumin, 1 tsp garlic powder, 1 tsp salt, and 1/2 tsp black pepper.
  2. Step 2: Pat dry 6 bone-in chicken thighs, then rub 2 tbsp olive oil evenly over the skin. Sprinkle the spice mix all over the thighs, pressing gently to adhere.
  3. Step 3: Place the chicken thighs skin-side up on a rimmed baking sheet. Roast in the oven for 35-40 minutes until the skin is crispy and internal temperature reaches 165°F (74°C).
  4. Step 4: Remove from oven and drizzle 1 tbsp lemon juice over the hot chicken before serving to brighten the flavors.

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