Kandi’s Original Baked Chicken Recipe
(limited availability) served with dark meat and choice of 2 sides
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Ingredients
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Main Ingredients
Sides (Choose 2)
Method
Preparation of Chicken
- 1
Preheat the Oven
Preheat your oven to 400°F (200°C).
- 2
Prepare the Chicken
In a large mixing bowl, combine olive oil, garlic powder, onion powder, paprika, salt, black pepper, dried thyme, and lemon juice. Mix well to create a marinade.
- 3
Marinate the Chicken
Add the chicken thighs to the marinade. Ensure they are well coated. Cover the bowl and let it marinate for at least 30 minutes (or overnight in the refrigerator for deeper flavor).
- 4
Arrange Chicken in Baking Dish
Place the marinated chicken thighs in a baking dish, skin side up, and pour any remaining marinade over the top.
- 5
Bake the Chicken
Bake in the preheated oven for 35-40 minutes or until the internal temperature reaches 165°F (75°C) and the skin is crispy.
Preparation of Sides
- 6
Choose Your Sides
Select two sides from the options provided: mashed potatoes, steamed broccoli, coleslaw, corn on the cob, or baked beans.
- 7
Cook the Sides
Prepare the chosen sides according to their specific cooking instructions. For example, boil or mash potatoes, steam broccoli, prepare coleslaw, or cook corn and baked beans.
- 8
Serve
Once the chicken is baked and the sides are ready, plate the chicken alongside your chosen sides. Enjoy your meal!