Description
A delicious recipe for Asado Chicken served with sautéed lemon zucchini, perfect for a flavorful meal.
Ingredients
- 2 pounds bone-in, skin-on chicken thighs
- 2 tablespoons olive oil
- 1 tablespoon smoked paprika
- 1 tablespoon garlic powder
- 1 tablespoon onion powder
- 1 teaspoon ground cumin
- 1 teaspoon dried oregano
- 1 teaspoon salt
- 1/2 teaspoon black pepper
- 1/4 teaspoon cayenne pepper (optional)
- 2 lemons (1 for juice, 1 for slices)
- 1 medium zucchini, sliced into half-moons
- 1 tablespoon butter
- Fresh parsley, chopped (for garnish)
Instructions
- Preheat your oven to 400°F (200°C).
- In a large bowl, combine olive oil, smoked paprika, garlic powder, onion powder, cumin, oregano, salt, black pepper, and cayenne pepper. Mix well to create a marinade.
- Add the chicken thighs to the bowl, ensuring they are well coated with the marinade. Let them marinate for at least 30 minutes at room temperature or up to 2 hours in the refrigerator for more flavor.
- Place the marinated chicken thighs on a baking sheet lined with parchment paper. Squeeze the juice of one lemon over the chicken and place lemon slices on top.
- Bake in the preheated oven for 35-40 minutes, or until the chicken is cooked through and reaches an internal temperature of 165°F (74°C).
- While the chicken is baking, heat a skillet over medium heat. Add butter and let it melt.
- Add the sliced zucchini to the skillet and sauté for about 5-7 minutes, or until tender and slightly golden. Season with salt and pepper to taste.
- Once the chicken is done, remove it from the oven and let it rest for 5 minutes before serving.
- Serve the asado chicken alongside the sautéed lemon zucchini, garnished with fresh parsley.
Notes
- For a spicier kick, add more cayenne pepper or serve with a hot sauce.
- You can substitute the zucchini with other vegetables like bell peppers or asparagus for variety.
- Prep Time: 30 minutes
- Cook Time: 40 minutes
- Category: Main Course
- Method: Baking and Sautéing
- Cuisine: Latin American
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 serving
- Calories: 400
- Sugar: 2g
- Sodium: 800mg
- Fat: 30g
- Saturated Fat: 8g
- Unsaturated Fat: 22g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 5g
- Fiber: 1g
- Protein: 28g
- Cholesterol: 120mg