Oven-Roasted Brazilian Herb Chicken with Lime
Whole chicken pieces roasted with a vibrant blend of Brazilian herbs, garlic, and fresh lime juice for juicy, flavorful results. This Brazilian-inspired chicken recipe, ready in about 60 minutes, pairs bone-in chicken thighs, olive oil, garlic cloves for a weeknight-friendly dinner that comes together with one pan and minimal cleanup. Each serving lands at about 350 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
- 3 tbsp olive oil
- 5, minced garlic cloves
- 1 tbsp dried oregano
- 1 tsp ground cumin
- 1 tsp smoked paprika
- 3 tbsp fresh lime juice
- 1 1/2 tsp salt
- 3/4 tsp black pepper
- 1/4 cup chopped, for garnish fresh parsley
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Instructions
- Step 1: Preheat oven to 425°F (220°C). In a large bowl, combine 3 tbsp olive oil, 5 minced garlic cloves, 1 tbsp dried oregano, 1 tsp ground cumin, 1 tsp smoked paprika, 3 tbsp fresh lime juice, 1 1/2 tsp salt, and 3/4 tsp black pepper.
- Step 2: Add 6 bone-in chicken thighs to the bowl and toss thoroughly to coat each piece with the marinade. Let sit at room temperature for 15 minutes.
- Step 3: Arrange the chicken thighs skin-side up on a baking sheet lined with foil or parchment paper.
- Step 4: Roast in the preheated oven for 35-40 minutes, or until the skin is golden and crispy and the internal temperature reaches 165°F (74°C).
- Step 5: Remove from oven and let rest for 5 minutes. Garnish with 1/4 cup chopped fresh parsley before serving.








