Roast Chicken Thighs
Juicy, well-seasoned, roast chicken thighs. This one is hard to beat! You can substitute with your favorite spices to season the thighs. And they pair well with a variety of side dishes and flavors, such as mashed potatoes, roasted vegetables, rice or quinoa.
Preheat an oven to <temperature>375<unit>ºF</unit></temperature>
Place <quantity>4</quantity> chicken thighs on a tray lined with paper towels. Pat dry both sides completely
Season both sides of the chicken thighs with <quantity>1<unit>tsp</unit></quantity> of salt, <quantity>1<unit>tbsp</unit></quantity> of harissa powder, and <quantity>1<unit>tbsp</unit></quantity> of smoked paprika
Add <quantity>1<unit>tbsp</unit></quantity> of extra virgin olive oil to a heavy-bottomed pan over high heat
Add the chicken thighs with the skin side down. Sear both sides until deep brown
Sprinkle flaky salt to taste. Transfer the thighs to the oven, skin side up. Roast for 15m, until deep golden brown
Flip the chicken thighs and roast for 5m, until cooked through
Remove the chicken thighs from the oven and transfer them to a tray. Let them rest for 5m to set the juices
Transfer the pan drippings to a bowl. Add <quantity>2<unit>tbsp</unit></quantity> of apple cider vinegar
Arrange the chicken thighs on a serving dish, skin side up
Finish with flaky salt to taste. Drizzle with <quantity>1<unit>tbsp</unit></quantity> of the pan drippings. The roast chicken thighs are ready
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