Sumac-Spiced Roasted Chicken with Preserved Lemons

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Juicy chicken thighs marinated in tangy sumac and garlic, roasted until golden with preserved lemon slices for bright, complex flavor. This Middle Eastern recipe, ready in about 50 minutes, pairs chicken thighs, sumac, garlic for a weeknight-friendly dinner that comes together with one pan and minimal cleanup. Each serving lands at about 395 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: 20 min Cook: 30 min Serves 4 Middle Eastern cuisine 395 cal/serving
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Ingredients

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Instructions

  1. Step 1: Preheat oven to 425°F. Pat 1.5 lbs chicken thighs dry with paper towels. Rub with 3 tbsp olive oil, 2 tsp sumac, and 3 minced garlic cloves, ensuring each piece is coated.
  2. Step 2: Arrange chicken in a single layer in a baking dish. Place 2 thinly sliced preserved lemons on top of the chicken. Roast for 30 minutes until the thickest part reaches 165°F and edges are golden brown.
  3. Step 3: Remove from oven, sprinkle with 1/4 cup chopped fresh parsley, and let rest for 5 minutes before serving to lock in juices.

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