Oven Baked Chicken (Juicy & Flavorful)
Ingredients:
500g chicken (legs, thighs, or breast)
3 cloves garlic (crushed)
2 tbsp olive oil
Juice of 1 lemon
1 tsp paprika
Salt & black pepper
Optional: oregano, cumin, or turmeric
Instructions:
Prepare the marinade
In a bowl, mix garlic, olive oil, lemon juice, and spices.
Marinate the chicken
Coat the chicken well with the mixture.
Let it rest for 30 minutes (or longer for more flavor).
Preheat the oven
Set oven to 200°C.
Bake the chicken
Place chicken in a baking dish.
Bake for 40–50 minutes until golden and cooked through.
Turn once halfway for even cooking.
Serve hot
Goes great with potatoes, rice, or salad.
Tips:
Add vegetables (potatoes, carrots onions) to bake together
For crispy skin: bake uncovered and finish with high heat
Add a little butter for extra richness