Spicy Garlic Chicken with Herbs (Farrouj Meshwi)
A flavorful and aromatic Lebanese-style garlic chicken dish, perfect for a weeknight dinner or a special occasion. Marinated to perfection, this chicken is cooked to juicy tenderness.
Equipment Needed
- Baking dish
- Grill
- Resealable bag or container
Ingredients
- 1200.00 gramsBoneless, skinless chicken thighs(Cut into 4-6 pieces for even cooking)
- 8.00 mediumGarlic cloves(Minced finely)
- 1.00 teaspoonPaprika powder(Smoked paprika for extra depth)
- 1.00 teaspoonSumac(Adds a unique tangy flavor)
- 1.00 teaspoonCumin(Ground cumin for warmth)
- 0.50 cupOlive oil(Extra virgin olive oil for best flavor)
- 1.00 mediumLemon juice(Freshly squeezed lemon juice)
- 1.00 pinchSalt(Kosher salt for best flavor)
- 1.00 pinchBlack pepper(Freshly ground black pepper)
- 2.00 tablespoonsFresh Coriander(Chopped fresh coriander for garnish)
Instructions
Combine garlic, olive oil, lemon juice, paprika, sumac, cumin, salt, and pepper in a bowl to create the marinade.
Estimated time: 5 minutes
Place chicken pieces in a resealable bag or container and pour the marinade over them. Marinate for at least 2 hours in the refrigerator.
Estimated time: 120 minutes
Preheat oven to 400°F (200°C).
Estimated time: 5 minutes
Remove chicken from marinade and place in a baking dish.
Estimated time: 5 minutes
Bake for 25 minutes, then flip and bake for another 20 minutes.
Estimated time: 45 minutes
Reduce oven temperature to 350°F (175°C) and continue baking for 15 minutes, or until cooked through.
Estimated time: 15 minutes
Serve hot, garnished with fresh coriander.
Estimated time: 5 minutes
Serve with a side of rice, couscous, or a fresh salad.
Estimated time: 5 minutes
For a grilled option, use medium-indirect heat on a grill.
Estimated time: 15 minutes
Grill for 10-12 minutes per side, then rest for 10 minutes before serving.
Estimated time: 20 minutes