Paprika Chicken Thighs
User Reviews
5
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Prep Time
5 mins
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Cook Time
25 mins
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Total Time
30 mins
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Servings
6
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Calories
326 kcal
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Course
Main Course
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Cuisine
American
Paprika Chicken Thighs
Description
Paprika Chicken Thighs bring together bone-in, skin-on thighs coated in a spice mix that includes smoked paprika, a hint of sweetener, and warming spices. The searing method in an oven-safe skillet renders the skin crisp while locking in juices. Baking at 400°F completes the cooking evenly, yielding moist chicken with a nicely developed exterior. The touch of butter enriches the pan sauce and skin texture.
The fresh cilantro and optional lime juice added just before serving add brightness and a fresh contrast to the smoky warmth of the spices. This dish suits meal prep or dinner served alongside vegetables or a simple salad.
Cooking times will vary with thigh size, so it’s best to verify doneness with a meat thermometer reaching 165°F. The spice rub contains sweetener, so watch closely during searing to avoid burning the skin. Using fresh cilantro right before serving keeps its flavor and color vibrant.
Ingredients
- 6 chicken thighs bone in and skin on
- 1 tablespoon brown allulose or monk fruit
- 1 tablespoon smoked paprika
- 1 tablespoon cilantro chopped, fresh
- 1 tablespoon butter
- 1 tablespoon olive oil
- 1 teaspoon garlic salt
- ½ teaspoon onion powder
- ¼ teaspoon cayenne pepper
- lime juice optional
Instructions
- Preheat oven to 400°F.
- Add the smoked paprika, brown sweetener, garlic salt, cayenne pepper and onion powder in a small mixing bowl and whisk to combine.
- Sprinkle the mixture on all sides of the chicken thighs.
- Heat an oven safe skillet to medium and add in the olive oil and butter.
- Place the chicken thighs in the hot skillet, skin side down. Sear the chicken for a few minutes and don’t flip them over until you have a good sear on the skin. Keep a close eye on it though, since the spice rub has sweetener in it, it can burn pretty quickly.
- Flip the chicken over and bake in the oven for 20 minutes or until they reach an internal temperature of at least 165°F when checked with a meat thermometer.
- Sprinkle the chopped fresh cilantro and a squeeze of (optional) fresh lime juice over the tops and serve with your favorite low carb side.
Notes
- Use a meat thermometer to ensure the chicken reaches a safe internal temperature of 165°F.
- Monitor closely when searing as the sweetener in the spice rub can burn quickly.
- Fresh cilantro and lime juice should be added just before serving for best flavor.
Nutrition Information
Show DetailsNutrition Facts
Serving: 6Serving
Amount Per Serving
Calories 326 kcal
% Daily Value*
| Calories | 326kcal | 16% |
| Carbohydrates | 1g | 0% |
| Protein | 29g | 58% |
| Fat | 22g | 34% |
| Saturated Fat | 6g | 30% |
* Percent Daily Values are based on a 2,000 calorie diet.
User Reviews
Overall Rating
5
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