Crispy Spiced Roast Chicken, just a few ingredients and a handful of spices to transform simple chicken thighs into a crispy, fragrant, and irresistible dish.
The uniqueness of this recipe lies in the mix of flavors and the light dusting of flour, which together give the chicken a crispy skin on the outside and tender meat inside. You can choose your favorite spices — paprika, curry, oregano, or use a ready-made mix — to adapt the taste to your mood of the day. It’s one of those preparations that don’t require millimetric precision, just a bit of attention to cooking times: in less than an hour, you’ll have rotisserie-style chicken, homemade.
The oven does all the work, and you can enjoy the wait while the kitchen fills with a warm and inviting aroma. Perfect for a quick weeknight dinner, but also for Sunday lunch, this crispy spiced roast chicken is proof that with a few gestures, you can achieve genuine and flavorful dishes.
At the end of the recipe, in the FAQ section, I answered some questions about this preparation. If you have other doubts or curiosities, write a comment or use the appropriate contact form you find at the end of the page.
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- Difficulty: Very Easy
- Cost: Very Economical
- Preparation time: 5 Minutes
- Portions: 4 People
- Cooking methods: Oven
- Cuisine: Italian
- Seasonality: All Seasons
Ingredients for Crispy Spiced Roast Chicken
- 1.76 lbs chicken (thighs)
- 4 tbsp flour
- 2 tbsp spices
- to taste salt
- to taste extra virgin olive oil
Tools
- Bowl
- Blowtorch
- Baking Dish
Recipe for Crispy Spiced Roast Chicken
Start preparing the crispy spiced roast chicken by putting the flour in a bowl.
Add the spices; I used a mix of rosemary and smoked paprika but choose your favorite or try my homemade barbecue rub.
If the mix doesn’t contain salt, add it.
Mix with a spoon until you obtain a well-blended mixture.
For this recipe, I used only thighs, but all pieces are fine.
Scorch the chicken skin with a blowtorch or ask your butcher to do it for you.
Coat the chicken in the spiced flour and press it well to adhere perfectly.
Grease a baking dish with a little extra virgin olive oil.
Place the floured thighs and bake in a convection oven at 428°F for 40-45 minutes.
Remove from the oven and immediately serve the crispy spiced roast chicken.
Making crispy spiced roast chicken at home is much simpler than it seems: with just a few ingredients and a good oven cooking, you can bring a flavorful, light, and perfect second course to the table for any occasion. The beauty of this recipe is that you can customize it as you like: add a little chili if you love strong flavors, or focus on aromatic herbs like thyme and rosemary for a more fragrant version. Whatever spice combination you choose, the result will always be golden, juicy, and irresistibly crispy chicken.
If you are looking for an idea for an easy yet impressive recipe, this is the one for you. It takes just a few minutes to prepare, the oven does the rest, and every bite delivers that comforting feeling that only simple and genuine dishes can give.
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FAQ
Can I use another cut of chicken for this recipe?
Of course! Besides thighs, you can also use drumsticks, wings, or chicken breasts. You just need to adjust the cooking times based on the size of the pieces: the chicken will always be flavorful and well-spiced.
What spices go best with roast chicken?
Sweet or smoked paprika, curry, turmeric, oregano, thyme, and garlic powder are perfect for giving the chicken an intense aroma and inviting color. You can also create your personalized mix based on your taste.
Can I prepare roast chicken in advance?
Yes, you can cook it in advance and reheat it in the oven a few minutes before serving. To maintain a crispy skin, avoid covering it during cooling and reheat it without adding liquids.
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