Garlic-Lemon Marinated Grilled Spanish Chicken

By AislePrompt Editorial · Published 2026-06-21 · Updated 2026-06-21

Juicy chicken marinated in a bright garlic-lemon sauce, grilled to smoky perfection and finished with fresh herbs. This Spanish-inspired chicken recipe, ready in about 30 minutes, pairs bone-in chicken thighs, olive oil, lemon juice 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.

Ingredients

• 6 pieces bone-in chicken thighs
• 1/4 cup olive oil
• 3 tbsp lemon juice
• 5, minced garlic cloves
• 1 tsp smoked paprika
• 1 tsp dried oregano
• 1 tsp salt
• 1/2 tsp black pepper
• 2 tbsp, chopped fresh parsley

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Instructions

1. Step 1: In a large bowl, whisk together 1/4 cup olive oil, 3 tbsp lemon juice, 5 minced garlic cloves, 1 tsp smoked paprika, 1 tsp dried oregano, 1 tsp salt, and 1/2 tsp black pepper to create the marinade.
2. Step 2: Add 6 bone-in chicken thighs to the marinade, turning to coat thoroughly. Cover and refrigerate for at least 2 hours or up to overnight.
3. Step 3: Preheat grill to medium-high heat (around 400°F). Remove chicken from marinade and let excess drip off.
4. Step 4: Grill chicken thighs for 6-7 minutes per side, turning once, until internal temperature reaches 165°F and skin is crisp and charred in spots.
5. Step 5: Transfer chicken to a platter, sprinkle with 2 tbsp chopped fresh parsley, and let rest for 5 minutes before serving with grilled vegetables or a fresh salad.