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Irresistible Meal Prep Chicken Thighs

These easy, juicy chicken thighs marinated in a flavorful yogurt mix are perfect for meal prep, ensuring a delicious, time-saving dinner any night of the week.
Prep Time 15 minutes
Cook Time 40 minutes
Total Time 55 minutes
Servings: 12 servings
Course: Dinner, Main Course
Cuisine: American
Calories: 275

Ingredients
  

Spices
  • 2 tsp onion powder
  • 2 tsp paprika (smoked for extra depth, if available)
  • 1.75 tsp salt (kosher salt recommended)
  • 1.5 tsp garlic powder
  • 1 tsp cumin
  • 1.25 tsp oregano (dried is great, but fresh can be magical!)
  • 0.5 tsp cayenne pepper (adjust for spice level)
  • to taste black pepper
Chicken
  • 12 pieces chicken thighs (bone-in and skin-on for juiciness)
Marinade
  • 0.6 cup yogurt (plain Greek yogurt preferred)
  • 0.75 fl oz lemon juice (fresh squeezed if possible)
  • 1.5 tbsp olive oil (extra virgin for flavor)
  • 4 cloves garlic (minced for maximum punch)
  • 1 tsp fresh ginger (grated for a zingy finish)

Method
 

Preparation
  1. In a small bowl, whisk together all the dry spices: onion powder, paprika, salt, garlic powder, cumin, oregano, cayenne, and black pepper.
  2. In a larger mixing bowl, combine the Greek yogurt, lemon juice, olive oil, minced garlic, and grated ginger. Whisk until uniform and creamy.
  3. Add the chicken thighs to the yogurt marinade, ensuring they are generously coated. Sprinkle the spice blend over them, tossing gently to cover the chicken evenly.
  4. For maximum flavor, let it marinate for at least 15-20 minutes, but you can also refrigerate it for a few hours or overnight.
Cooking
  1. Preheat your oven to 425°F (220°C).
  2. Line a baking sheet with parchment paper or foil. Arrange the marinated chicken thighs on the sheet.
  3. Bake in the preheated oven for about 30-40 minutes or until they reach an internal temperature of 165°F (75°C).
  4. For those crispy bits, broil the chicken on high for an additional 2-5 minutes, watching closely to avoid burning.
  5. Let the chicken rest for about 5 minutes before serving.

Notes

Store leftover chicken in an airtight container in the fridge for up to 4 days. Marinate the chicken thighs the night before for enhanced flavors.