Citrus Chili Sheet Pan Chicken Thighs
Bright, zesty sheet pan chicken thighs baked with peppers in a citrus chili marinade. Easy, healthy, and Mediterranean Diet-friendly.
Servings: 6
Calories: 454kcal
Ingredients
- 6 chicken thighs bone-in skin-on (about 4 lbs)
- 3 Multicolored bell peppers (red, yellow, orange or any combination you like)
- ½ onion
- ½ cup orange juice
- ¼ cup lime juice
- ¼ cup extra virgin olive oil
- 1 tbsp extra virgin olive oil (additional)
- 2 tsp chili powder
- 1 tsp smoked paprika
- ½ tsp garlic powder
- ½ tsp onion powder
- ½ tsp cumin
- 1 tsp dried oregano
- 1 tsp kosher salt
- ½ tsp freshly ground black pepper
Instructions
- In a large bowl, whisk together the orange juice, lime juice, ¼ cup olive oil, chili powder, smoked paprika, garlic powder, onion powder, cumin, oregano, salt, and pepper.
- Add the chicken thighs and toss to coat evenly. Cover and refrigerate for 30 to 60 minutes.
- Preheat the oven to 425°F.
- Slice the bell peppers and onion thinly. Toss them with 1 tablespoon of olive oil and a pinch of salt.
- Line a baking sheet with foil for easy cleanup if desired. Place the chicken pieces on the sheet, spacing them evenly.
- Spread the peppers and onions around and between the chicken thighs. Pour all the marinade over the top.
- Bake for 15 minutes at 425°F, then reduce the temperature to 400°F and continue baking for about 30 minutes, until the internal temperature reaches 175°F for best tenderness (165°F minimum for safety)
- Let the chicken rest for about 5 minutes before serving so the juices settle.
Notes
- Bone-in skin-on thighs: For best texture, bake until they reach 175°F (165°F minimum for safety).
- If using boneless, skinless chicken thighs or chicken breasts: Bake for about 25 minutes total at 400°F, or until the internal temperature reaches 165°F.
- Citrus caution: Avoid marinating longer than 1 hour, as the citrus can soften the meat.
- Meal prep tip: Leftovers keep for up to 3 days in the fridge.
Nutrition
Calories: 454kcal | Total Carbohydrate: 9g | Protein: 25g | Total Fat: 36g | Saturated Fat: 8g | Trans Fat: 0.1g | Cholesterol: 142mg | Sodium: 514mg | Potassium: 523mg | Dietary Fiber: 2g | Total Sugars: 5g | Vitamin A: 2393IU | Vitamin C: 90mg | Vitamin D: 0.1µg | Calcium: 33mg | Iron: 2mg | Includes Added Sugar: 0g