Today we bring you an ideal recipe for these dates full of events and meetings: baked chicken with rosemary and citrus, seasoned with Ayozar.
Ingredients (for 4 people)
• 4 chicken thighs (you can use countermuses or a mixture)
• 1 lemon
• 1 orange
• 4 fresh rosemary branches
• 4 tablespoons of Ayozar Familiar
• salt and pepper to taste
• 1 garlic clove (optional)
• 100 ml of white wine (optional, to give it a special touch)
• Lemon and orange zest to enhance the flavor (optional)
Step by step preparation
1. Prepare the ingredients
Before starting, make sure you have all the ingredients by hand. The key to this recipe is the use of a good extra virgin olive oil, as is our Aove Ayozar Familiar, which will enhance the taste of chicken and citrus.
1.Chicken cleaning: Wash chicken thighs under a jet of cold water and dry them with cooking paper. If you prefer a lighter dish, you can remove the skin, although leaving it will give you a crunchy touch after the baking.
2.Prepare citrus: The skin of the lemon and the orange, avoiding the white part, which can be bitter. Then, squeeze both to get the juice. Reserve both the zest and the juice.
3.The garlic (optional): If you decide to use garlic, péco it and cut it into fine sheets. This will provide an extra touch of flavor without oversight the prominence of rosemary and citrus.
2. Marinar the chicken
A good marinade is essential for chicken to absorb flavors and get juicy. Follow these steps to marinate it:
1. In a large bowl, mix lemon juice and orange juice with 3 tablespoons Ayozar Familiar.
2. Add salt and pepper to taste, and the zest of citrus to intensify the aroma.
3. If you have chosen to use garlic, incorporate the sheets into the mixture.
4. Place the chicken thighs in the bowl and make sure they are well covered with the marinade. You can use your hands to massage the chicken gently and that absorbs the flavors well.
5. Cover the bowl with transparent film and let marinate in the refrigerator for at least 30 minutes. If you have time, let it stand 2 hours for flavors to penetrate better.
3. Prepare the oven tray
1. Preheat the oven at 180 ° C (350 ° F) for 10-15 minutes.
2. Then place the sealing chicken thighs on an oven suitable tray. Pour the rest of the marinade above so that the chicken is cooked in its own juice.
3. Distribute the fresh rosemary branches over chicken thighs. The rosemary will give you an unmistakable aroma that combines wonderfully with the citrus touch.
4. The final touch: Aove Ayozar
1. Spray a last tablespoon of Ayozar Familiar on the thighs before putting them in the oven. This will help the chicken acquire a golden tone and a more intense flavor.
2. If you decide to wear white wine, add it on the tray. This will contribute moisture to the baking and a deeper flavor.
5. Bake the chicken
1. Enter the tray into the preheated oven and bake for about 45-50 minutes. Time can vary depending on the size of chicken thighs and the power of your oven.
2. In the middle of the cooking (around 25 minutes), open the oven and, with a spoon, bathe the thighs with its own juice. This will help the chicken be juicy and with a bright finish.
3. You will know that the chicken is ready when golden and clicking it with a fork, the juices come out clear.
6. Serve the dish
1. Once the chicken is ready, take the tray out of the oven and let stand a few minutes before serving. This allows juices to be redistributed and the chicken is more juicy.
2. It serves chicken thighs accompanied by a fresh salad, roasted potatoes or a puree of vegetables.
3. Add a last splash of Ayozar early premium Above before taking to the table, to give a touch of brightness and enhance its flavor.
Tips for a perfect dish
•Marinade: If you can, leave the chicken marinate for a longer time to acquire more flavor.
•Oven: If you prefer that the chicken has the crunchy skin, you can rise the temperature to 200 ° C during the last 5-10 minutes of cooking.
•Ayozar Oils: This oil provides a fruity and intense flavor that complements the rosemary and citrus fruits. Do not hesitate to add a bit extra if you prefer.
Final presentation
For an elegant presentation, place chicken thighs on a large plate and decorate with fresh lemon and orange slices, in addition to rosemary sprigs. Accompany with a small jar of Ayozar so that each diner can add more to taste.
I hope you enjoy this special recipe and that Ayozar enhances each bite! Enjoy!
