Mexican Adobo Chicken Thighs
Mexican Adobo Chicken Thighs are a flavorful, smoky dish that brings the essence of Mexican cuisine straight to your table. Marinated in a zesty adobo sauce, these juicy chicken thighs are baked to perfection, ensuring each bite is tender and packed with flavor. Ideal for family dinners or casual gatherings, this recipe is simple enough for weeknights yet impressive enough for special occasions. Enjoy the vibrant blend of spices that will have everyone asking for seconds!
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 40 minutes
- Total Time: 50 minutes
- Yield: Serves 4
- Category: Main
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: Mexican
Ingredients
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- 4 bone-in chicken thighs
- 1/4 cup red wine vinegar
- 4 garlic cloves, minced
- 2 tsp paprika
- 1 tsp cumin
- 1 tsp dried oregano
- 2 tsp chili powder
- Salt and pepper, to taste
Instructions
- Preheat your oven to 400°F (200°C) and prepare a baking dish with nonstick spray.
- In a mixing bowl, whisk together red wine vinegar, minced garlic, paprika, cumin, oregano, chili powder, salt, and pepper.
- Marinate the chicken thighs in a resealable bag or bowl with the marinade for at least 1 hour (overnight is best).
- Arrange the marinated chicken thighs skin-side up in the baking dish and bake for 35-40 minutes until they reach an internal temperature of 165°F (75°C).
- Let them rest for 5 minutes before serving.
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 chicken thigh (150g)
- Calories: 320
- Sugar: 0g
- Sodium: 300mg
- Fat: 20g
- Saturated Fat: 6g
- Unsaturated Fat: 12g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 4g
- Fiber: 0g
- Protein: 28g
- Cholesterol: 120mg