Puerto Rican Baked Chicken
Traditional Puerto Rican baked chicken thighs marinated in citrus and spices, oven-baked until crispy and tender.
Ingredients
- 6 pieces bone-in skin-on chicken thighs
- 4 cloves garlic, minced
- 3 tbsp olive oil
- 1 tbsp dried oregano
- 2 tsp ground cumin
- 1 tsp smoked paprika
- 0.5 tsp crushed red pepper flakes
- 1 tbsp red wine vinegar
- 3 tbsp fresh lime juice
- 3 tbsp fresh orange juice
- to taste salt and pepper
- to garnish fresh cilantro or parsley
Instructions
- Combine garlic, olive oil, oregano, cumin, paprika, red pepper flakes, vinegar, lime juice, and orange juice to make marinade.
- Marinate chicken thighs at least 1 hour or overnight.
- Preheat oven to 375°F (190°C). Arrange chicken on baking sheet skin side up.
- Bake uncovered 40-50 minutes until crisp and cooked through, basting occasionally.
- Garnish with fresh herbs before serving.
Notes
Best served with Puerto Rican rice and beans, or mofongo. Marinating longer enhances flavor.