Pan-Roasted Chicken with Saffron and Garlic

By AislePrompt Editorial · Published 2026-05-21 · Updated 2026-05-21

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Juicy chicken thighs pan-roasted with fragrant garlic, a pinch of saffron, and smoky paprika for a tender, golden Spanish-inspired entrée. This Spanish-inspired chicken recipe, ready in about 45 minutes, pairs bone-in chicken thighs, skin on, olive oil, garlic cloves, minced for a weeknight-friendly dinner that comes together with one pan and minimal cleanup. Each serving lands at about 360 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: 30 min Serves 4 Spanish cuisine 360 cal/serving

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Ingredients

4 pieces bone-in chicken thighs, skin on
3 tbsp olive oil
5 garlic cloves, minced
1/4 tsp saffron threads
1 tsp smoked paprika
1/4 cup dry white wine
1 tsp salt
1/2 tsp black pepper
2 tbsp fresh parsley, chopped

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Instructions

Step 1: Sprinkle 1 tsp salt, 1/2 tsp black pepper, 1 tsp smoked paprika, and 1/4 tsp saffron threads evenly over 4 bone-in chicken thighs with skin. Let rest 10 minutes at room temperature.
Step 2: Heat 3 tbsp olive oil in a large oven-safe skillet over medium-high heat until shimmering. Add the chicken thighs skin-side down and cook for 7-8 minutes until skin is golden brown and crispy.
Step 3: Flip the chicken thighs and add 5 minced garlic cloves to the pan. Sauté garlic for 1 minute until fragrant, then carefully pour in 1/4 cup dry white wine. Bring to a simmer.
Step 4: Transfer the skillet to a preheated 375°F oven and roast for 15 minutes until chicken is cooked through and juices run clear.
Step 5: Remove from oven, sprinkle 2 tbsp chopped fresh parsley on top, and serve immediately.