Oven-Roasted Chicken Thighs with Paprika and Garlic

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Tender oven-baked chicken thighs seasoned with a smoky blend of paprika, garlic, and black pepper for a flavorful, keto-friendly meal. This American-inspired chicken recipe (keto, low carb), ready in about 50 minutes, pairs bone-in, skin-on chicken thighs, olive oil, paprika 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 low-carb week and pairs well with cauliflower rice or roasted green vegetables. 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 American cuisine 320 cal/serving
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Ingredients

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Instructions

  1. Step 1: Preheat the oven to 400°F. Pat dry 6 bone-in, skin-on chicken thighs with paper towels to remove excess moisture.
  2. Step 2: In a large bowl, drizzle 1 tablespoon olive oil over the chicken thighs and toss to coat evenly.
  3. Step 3: In a small bowl, combine 1 teaspoon paprika, 1 teaspoon garlic powder, 1/2 teaspoon fresh ground black pepper, 1 teaspoon salt, and 1/4 teaspoon cayenne pepper.
  4. Step 4: Sprinkle the seasoning mixture evenly over both sides of the chicken thighs, rubbing gently to adhere.
  5. Step 5: Place the chicken thighs skin-side up on a baking sheet lined with foil or parchment paper.
  6. Step 6: Roast in the preheated oven for 35-40 minutes until the skin is browned and crisp and the internal temperature reaches 165°F.
  7. Step 7: Remove from oven and let rest for 5 minutes before serving to retain juices.

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