Taco Spiced Baked Chicken
A simple and delectable baked chicken that's great for lunch or dinner.
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Servings: 6 to 8 People
Ingredients
TACO SPICED SEASONING:
- 2 tablespoons chili powder
- 1-1/2 tablespoons ground cumin
- 1-1/2 tablespoons ground coriander
- 2 teaspoons garlic powder
- 2 teaspoons sriracha
- 2 teaspoons sea salt
- 2 teaspoons freshly ground black pepper
- 1 teaspoon paprika
FOR THE CHICKEN:
- 6 pounds organic chicken parts (2 half breasts, drumsticks, thighs)
- OPTIONAL: 2 limes halved
- 2 teaspoons fresh oregano leaves chopped
- 1 tablespoon freshly crushed garlic
- 2 teaspoons sea salt
- 3 tablespoons Taco Spiced Seasoning
- 2 tablespoons extra virgin olive oil
Instructions
TACO SPICED SEASONING:
- In a small bowl, add all the taco spiced seasoning and mix to combine. Set aside.Note: You will not need to use all the seasoning. Store unused portion in an airtight container for future use. The seasoning can be used on steaks as a dry rub.
FOR THE BAKED CHICKEN:
- Preheat the oven to 375 degrees. Use the roast setting or convection setting if your oven has any of those features.
- Rinse the chicken parts and use paper towel to pat each piece dry - very dry. Cut each of the chicken breasts into two pieces.
- Place the chicken parts in a large bowl. Add the olive oil, fresh garlic and oregano, salt and 3 tablespoons of the taco spiced seasoning mix. Use your hands to coat the chicken parts with the seasonings - coat thoroughly.
- Line a large baking sheet with parchment paper. Place the chicken parts in a single layer on the sheet pan. For the breasts and thighs, place the skin side down - this allows the skin to crisp up once you flip the chicken parts half-way through the cooking time. If using the limes, place them in any open spots in between the chicken parts.Note: Place the breast parts in the middle section of the pan - this keeps them from drying out during the baking process.
- Place the sheet pan in the oven and bake the chicken for 50-minutes to 1- hour. Half-way through the cooking time, flip the chicken pieces over so that the sides that were touching the parchment paper is on top.Note: If you use the roast or convection setting cook for 50 minutes. Regular bake setting, cook for 1 hour.
- Remove the baked chicken from the oven, plate and serve with your favorite sides and sauce. Enjoy!Note: I served this with a three bean brown rice and my [famous] cilantro hot sauce.