<\/p>\n These baked, Mediterranean-inspired chicken thighs are the BEST: smoky, satisfying, and SO quick and easy! Tender, crispy skin chicken is surrounded by roasted onions, olives, and (optional) dates. It\u2019s the ultimate sweet and savory party and everyone\u2019s invited!\u00a0<\/p>\n Just 10 ingredients<\/strong> and 30 minutes <\/strong>required, friends. Send that RSVP!<\/p>\n <\/p>\n These Mediterranean-inspired chicken thighs begin with a FLAVOR-PACKED spice combo:<\/strong> cumin, coriander, cinnamon, smoked paprika, red pepper flakes, and sea salt. It\u2019s equal parts smoky, sweet, spicy, salty, and just SO good.<\/p>\n After rubbing the chicken thighs with the spice blend, we sear them in a cast iron skillet<\/a> to create a golden brown, crispy crust<\/strong>. <\/p>\n Sliced onions, dates, and kalamata olives then join the party to add even more sweet and salty<\/strong> flavor. Everything bakes together until tender, caramelized<\/strong>, and ready to finish with a final squeeze of lemon juice for brightness.<\/p>\n These Mediterranean baked chicken thighs are the best<\/em>! They\u2019re:<\/p>\n Smoky They\u2019re amazing with rice<\/a>, quinoa<\/a>, or potatoes<\/a> for a simple meal. Or for more veggies, pair with our Grain-Free Tabbouleh Salad (6 Ingredients)<\/a>, Mediterranean-Inspired Cucumber Chickpea Salad<\/a>, or Chickpea Shawarma Salad<\/a>.<\/p>\n If you try this recipe, let us know! Leave a comment, rate it, and don\u2019t forget to tag a photo\u00a0@minimalistbaker<\/strong><\/a>\u00a0on Instagram. Cheers, friends!<\/p>\n Prep Time <\/span>5<\/span> minutes<\/span><\/span><\/p>\n Cook Time <\/span>25<\/span> minutes<\/span><\/span><\/p>\n Total Time <\/span>30<\/span> minutes<\/span><\/span><\/p>\n<\/div>\n Servings <\/span>4<\/span> (Servings)<\/span><\/span><\/p>\n Course <\/span>Main Course<\/span><\/p>\n Cuisine <\/span>Dairy-Free, Gluten-Free, Mediterranean-Inspired<\/span><\/p>\n Freezer Friendly <\/span>No<\/span><\/p>\n Does it keep? <\/span>2-3 Days<\/span><\/p>\n<\/div>\n In a small bowl, combine the salt, cumin, coriander, cinnamon, smoked paprika, and red pepper flakes. Then season the chicken thighs on both sides with the seasoning mixture. They should be seasoned well and evenly coated.<\/p>\n<\/li>\n Heat the skillet over medium to medium-high heat and add the olive or avocado oil. You want a very thin layer of oil so the skin gets crispy. Once the oil is hot, add the chicken thighs and sear on each side for about 3-4 minutes, or until a golden brown crust has formed.<\/p>\n<\/li>\n Turn off the heat and add the onion slices to the pan, placing the chicken thighs skin side up and adjusting so some of the onions are underneath them. Then add the olives and dates (optional) around the chicken.<\/span><\/p>\n<\/li>\n Transfer the skillet to the oven and bake for 10-15 minutes, or until the internal temperature is ~170 degrees F (making sure the thermometer doesn\u2019t hit bone to get an accurate reading).<\/p>\n<\/li>\n Best when fresh, though leftovers will keep covered in the refrigerator for up to 3 days. Reheat in the oven or microwave until hot. Not freezer friendly.<\/p>\n<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<\/div>\n<\/div>\n![\"Pan](\"https:\/\/minimalistbaker.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2023\/01\/Crispy-mediterranean-baked-chicken-thighs-with-olives-5.jpg\")
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