Garlic and Lemon Marinated Spanish Chicken with Roasted Peppers

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Juicy Spanish-style chicken marinated in garlic and lemon, served alongside roasted red peppers with smoky undertones. This spanish ready in about 55 minutes pairs bone-in chicken thighs, garlic cloves, lemon juice for a weeknight-friendly dinner that comes together with one pan and minimal cleanup. Each serving lands at about 430 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: 15 min Cook: 40 min Serves 4 Spanish cuisine 430 cal/serving
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Instructions

  1. Step 1: In a large bowl, combine 6 minced garlic cloves, 1/4 cup lemon juice, 3 tbsp olive oil, 1 tsp smoked paprika, 1 tsp dried oregano, 1 1/2 tsp salt, and 1 tsp black pepper. Add 6 bone-in chicken thighs and toss to coat evenly. Marinate for at least 1 hour in the refrigerator.
  2. Step 2: Preheat oven to 425°F (220°C). Arrange the marinated chicken thighs skin side up on a baking sheet. Spread 3 sliced red bell peppers around the chicken.
  3. Step 3: Roast in the oven for 35-40 minutes until chicken skin is golden and crisp, and internal temperature reaches 165°F. Toss peppers halfway through cooking to caramelize evenly.
  4. Step 4: Remove from oven and sprinkle 2 tbsp chopped fresh parsley over chicken and peppers before serving warm.

Frequently asked questions

How long does Garlic and Lemon Marinated Spanish Chicken with Roasted Peppers take to make?

Total time is about 55 minutes (15 min prep + 40 min cook). Most home cooks find this fits comfortably into a weeknight; double the batch on Sunday for two dinners.

How do I store leftover Garlic and Lemon Marinated Spanish Chicken with Roasted Peppers?

Cool to room temperature within 2 hours, then store in an airtight container in the fridge for up to 4 days. Reheat covered in a 350°F oven for 10-12 minutes, or microwave at 70% power in 60-second bursts to keep bone-in chicken thighs from drying out.

Can I substitute ingredients in Garlic and Lemon Marinated Spanish Chicken with Roasted Peppers?

Yes — most ingredients in this recipe have flexible swaps. For oil, use any neutral high-smoke-point oil (avocado, grapeseed, refined coconut). For aromatics, dried herbs at ⅓ the volume of fresh work in a pinch. The full ingredient list is shoppable on Instacart so you can see substitutes in real time.

How do I scale Garlic and Lemon Marinated Spanish Chicken with Roasted Peppers for a different number of people?

The recipe is written for 4 servings. Multiply each ingredient by (your serving target / 4). Cook time stays roughly the same up to 2x; for 3-4x batches, switch from a skillet to a sheet pan or stockpot so the food isn't crowded — overcrowding steams instead of browns.

What goes well with Garlic and Lemon Marinated Spanish Chicken with Roasted Peppers?

Spanish spanish like this pair well with a simple grain (rice, couscous, or crusty bread), a quick salad with acid (lemon vinaigrette, pickled onions), and a pan sauce or yogurt-based dip. Tap "Plan a meal with the AI" to get specific side suggestions.

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