Arabic Chicken With Lemon & Thyme

May 23, 2023May 23, 20230 10

Savory and aromatic Arabic Chicken With Lemon & Thyme

by The Chefin Main

Prep

10 min

Cook

50 min

Ready In

60 min

Level

Easy

Rating

Ingredients

	2 broiler-fryer chickens , in pieces
	1/2 - 3/4 cup salad oil ( I use half canola & half olive )
	2/3 cup lemon juice
	2 tablespoons thyme
	1 teaspoon garlic powder

Nutrision Information

Servings Per Recipe

6-8

Calories

380

Sugar

Fat

26g

Arabic cuisine is known for its flavorful spices and unique combinations. This Arabic Chicken with Lemon & Thyme recipe is an aromatic and savory delight that brings the taste of the Mediterranean to your dinner table. The chicken is marinated in an oil and lemon mixture, enhanced with thyme and garlic powder, and roasted to perfection. The addition of lemon and thyme not only adds a delicious flavor to the chicken, but it also makes it healthier. This is an easy recipe that you can make at home for dinner parties, weekend dinners, or family meals.

Instructions

1.	Preheat oven to 350°F.
2.	In a mixing bowl, whisk together the oil, lemon juice, thyme, and garlic powder.
3.	In a large baking dish, add the chicken pieces and coat with the mixture evenly.
4.	Bake the chicken for 45-50 minutes until the internal temperature reaches 165°F.
5.	Let it cool for a few minutes before serving.

PROS

This Arabic Chicken dish is full of flavor and easy to make.

The addition of lemon and thyme gives it a unique twist in taste.

CONS

Chicken can be dry depending on the cut used in the recipe.

Additional seasoning or marination time could be needed for some taste palettes.

HEALTH & BENEFITS

Chicken is a good source of high-quality protein.
The addition of lemon and thyme makes this dish rich in antioxidants and flavonoids, which are good for overall health.