Bruna's Golden Crispy Chicken Thighs
The ultimate comfort food for the whole family! These chicken thighs are marinated with lemon, garlic, and smoked paprika, gently simmered with onion, then fried to golden, crispy perfection. Incredibly juicy on the inside with an irresistible crunch on the outside.
🛒 Ingredients
6 servings
- 1.5 kg chicken thighs and drumsticks
- 1 lemon
- 4 garlic cloves, crushed
- Salt and black pepper to taste
- 1 teaspoon smoked paprika
- 1 onion, thinly sliced
- Frying oil (as needed)
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Directions
- 1
Remove the skin from the chicken pieces and separate them at the joint.
- 2
Rinse with lemon juice, then season with crushed garlic, salt, and black pepper.
- 3
Sprinkle with smoked paprika and let the chicken rest for 2 minutes so the flavours absorb.
- 4
In a large pot, sauté the sliced onion in a drizzle of oil until golden brown.
- 5
Add the chicken pieces and cook over medium heat for 30 minutes, turning halfway through.
- 6
Once fully cooked, remove the chicken and fry in a pan with hot oil until golden and crispy.
- 7
Drain on paper towels and serve immediately. Enjoy!
💡 Chef's Tip
For deeper flavour, marinate the chicken in the fridge for 1 hour before cooking. A pinch of cayenne pepper gives a nice kick for those who like heat.
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