Spanish Garlic Chicken - Pollo al Ajillo | Easy One-Pan Dinner Recipe

chicken thighs

🥗Healthier: chicken breast

💰Cheaper: chicken drumsticks

Chicken breast is leaner, while drumsticks are often less expensive.

olive oil

🥗Healthier: avocado oil

💰Cheaper: vegetable oil

Avocado oil has a higher smoke point, while vegetable oil is more budget-friendly.

chicken broth

🥗Healthier: vegetable broth

💰Cheaper: water with seasoning

Vegetable broth reduces calories, while water with seasoning is cost-effective.

paprika

🥗Healthier: smoked paprika

💰Cheaper: cayenne pepper

Smoked paprika adds depth, while cayenne is usually less expensive.

If using chicken quarters, remove the drumstick from the thigh. Add chicken to the baking tray.

Preheat oven to 200°C / 400°F. Crush garlic cloves and mince two additional cloves. Add to chicken along with herbs, olive oil, sherry vinegar, salt, and pepper. Bake for 35-40 minutes until golden.

Serve over steamed rice or mashed potatoes with steamed veg or salad, and drizzle with cooking juices.

Cooking Techniques

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