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Lebanese Chicken

Flavorful Lebanese Chicken: Juicy Garlic-Lemon Delight

Delicious Lebanese Chicken with garlic and lemon flavors that is simple to prepare and sure to impress.
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Prep Time 10 minutes
Cook Time 40 minutes
Marinating Time 2 hours
Total Time 2 hours 50 minutes
Servings: 4 servings
Course: Dinner
Cuisine: Lebanese
Calories: 350
Ingredients Equipment Method Nutrition Notes

Ingredients
  

For the Marinade
  • 4 cloves Garlic, minced Fresh garlic is key
  • 80 ml Fresh Lemon Juice Bright acidity adds zest
  • 60 ml Extra Virgin Olive Oil Enhances richness
  • 2 tsp Ground Cumin Adds authentic flavor
  • 2 tsp Sweet Paprika Provides sweetness and color
  • 1 tsp Ground Coriander Balances richness with citrusy flavor
  • 0.5 tsp Ground Cinnamon Introduces warmth
  • 0.5 tsp Freshly Ground Black Pepper Adds sharpness
  • 1 tsp Sea Salt Essential for flavor
For the Baking Dish
  • 1 large Onion, thinly sliced Infuses juiciness
For Serving
  • Lemon Wedges Adds extra zing
  • Fresh Flat-Leaf Parsley For garnish
For the Chicken
  • 8 pieces Bone-In, Skin-On Chicken Thighs and Drumsticks Ensures juicy meat

Equipment

  • Mixing bowl
  • Baking Dish
  • Whisk
  • Meat thermometer

Method
 

Step‑by‑Step Instructions for Lebanese Chicken
  1. In a large mixing bowl, combine the minced garlic, fresh lemon juice, extra virgin olive oil, ground cumin, sweet paprika, ground coriander, ground cinnamon, freshly ground black pepper, and sea salt. Whisk until well combined.
  2. Pat chicken pieces dry with paper towels. Coat each piece with the marinade thoroughly.
  3. Cover the bowl with plastic wrap or transfer the chicken to a resealable bag. Marinate in the refrigerator for at least 2 hours, ideally overnight.
  4. Preheat your oven to 220°C (425°F).
  5. Arrange thinly sliced onions in a large baking dish.
  6. Place marinated chicken pieces on the onions, skin-side up, ensuring they are spaced out.
  7. Roast in the preheated oven for 35-40 minutes, checking for doneness.
  8. Remove from the oven and let rest for 5-10 minutes before serving garnished with parsley and lemon wedges.

Nutrition

Serving: 1servingCalories: 350kcalCarbohydrates: 2gProtein: 25gFat: 27gSaturated Fat: 7gPolyunsaturated Fat: 3gMonounsaturated Fat: 17gCholesterol: 120mgSodium: 900mgPotassium: 400mgVitamin A: 500IUVitamin C: 5mgCalcium: 20mgIron: 2mg

Notes

Allow the chicken to marinate overnight for best flavor. Patting the chicken dry before marinating ensures crispy skin when roasted.

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