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, nutritional review by Franziska Spritzler, RD, CDE
in Recipes, Dinner, Main course, Meal Lemon-baked chicken thighs with cauliflower mash
Tender and flavorful lemon-baked chicken thighs marinated in a delicious tangy sauce - crispy perfection! Serve with creamy cauliflower mash.
Editor's note: In 2020, this recipe was one of the top 10 most popular Diet Doctor recipes. We hope you love it as well!
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Ingredients
Chicken thighs
- 2 lbs 900 g chicken thighs (bone-in with skin)
- ¼ cup 60 ml olive oil
- ¼ cup 60 ml lemon juice
- 2 tbsp 2 tbsp red wine vinegar
- 3 tbsp 3 tbsp fresh oregano, finely chopped
- 2 tsp 2 tsp fresh thyme, finely chopped
- 2 2 garlic clove, mincedgarlic cloves, minced
- 2 tsp 2 tsp salt
- ½ tsp ½ tsp ground black pepper
Cauliflower mash
- 1 lb 450 g cauliflower
- ¾ cup (2 oz.) 180 ml (60 g) shredded Parmesan cheese
- 4 oz. 110 g unsalted butter, melted
- ½ ½ lemon, juice and zestlemons, juice and zest
- 1 tbsp 1 tbsp olive oil (optional)
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Instructions
Chicken thighs
- Combine the marinade ingredients in a mixing bowl or large ziplock bag. Add the chicken thighs and toss to coat fully.
- Cover or seal and place in the fridge for at least 3 hours, turning every now and then, if possible.
- Pre-heat the oven to 400°F (200°C). Line one large or two regular baking trays with parchment paper.
- Remove the chicken thighs from the marinade, and place them skin-side up, on the tray(s).
- Bake for 30-35 minutes, or until internal temperature is 165°F (74°C), and the skin is golden brown. Let rest for 5-10 minutes before serving.
Cauliflower mash
- Cut the cauliflower into florets.
- Bring a pot of lightly salted water to a boil over high heat. Add the cauliflower and boil for a couple of minutes – just enough so the florets are tender but retain a somewhat firm texture. Strain the cauliflower in a colander, and discard the water.
- Add the cauliflower to a food processor, along with the remaining ingredients, and pulse until it reaches a smooth and creamy consistency. You can also use an immersion blender.
- Season with salt and pepper to taste. Add more olive oil or butter if you wish.
Tips
This dish is perfect to prepare in the morning, marinate all day, and then bake at night.
For extra lemon flavor, add slices of lemon to the baking tray to roast.
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