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Boneless Chicken Thigh Traybake with Preserved Lemon & Greens

A bright, winter-friendly traybake built around Grid Iron’s boneless chicken thighs — rich natural fat, tender meat and plenty of zing from preserved lemon. This is a simple, healthy, Mediterranean-leaning dish that’s big on comfort without feeling heavy. Everything cooks together in one tray, leaving you with crisp-edged chicken, softened onions and greens that soak up the juices.

INGREDIENTS
  • 6 Grid Iron boneless chicken thighs
  • 1 preserved lemon, rind finely chopped
  • 2 tbsp olive oil
  • 1 tsp smoked paprika
  • 1 tsp dried oregano
  • 3 garlic cloves, sliced
  • 1 red onion, cut into wedges
  • 200g Tenderstem broccoli or green beans
  • 1 courgette, sliced into half-moons
  • ½ tsp sea salt
  • Black pepper
  • 1 small bunch parsley, chopped
  • Optional: 1 tbsp capers or olives
METHOD

  1. Heat the oven to 200°C fan (220°C conventional).
  2. Season the chicken thighs with olive oil, paprika, oregano, sea salt and plenty of black pepper. Mix in the chopped preserved lemon rind.
  3. Arrange the vegetables in a roasting tray — onion, courgette and garlic first. Drizzle with a little more olive oil and season lightly.
  4. Sit the chicken thighs on top. This allows the fat to baste the vegetables as they cook.
  5. Roast for 25 minutes, then add the Tenderstem broccoli or green beans to the tray.
  6. Return to the oven for a further 10–15 minutes, until the chicken is crisp and golden and the vegetables are tender.
  7. Scatter over chopped parsley and (if using) capers or olives.
  8. Serve straight from the tray.

Multi-Cooker Option (Ninja Foodi MAX)

  1. Select Bake/Roast at 190°C.
  2. Place the seasoned chicken and vegetables in the Cook & Crisp basket or directly in the pot.
  3. Cook for 20 minutes, then add the broccoli/beans.
  4. Continue for 8–10 minutes, or until the chicken reaches at least 75°C internal temperature and the edges are slightly crisp.
  5. Finish with parsley and serve.

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Sides

  • Herbed Bulgur Wheat – Toss bulgur with lemon, parsley and a little olive oil; it absorbs the tray juices beautifully.
  • Warm Couscous with Roast Peppers – A soft base that catches all the citrus and garlic from the chicken.
  • Roasted Carrot & Cumin Mash – Light, sweet and warming without feeling starchy.
  • Wilted Greens with Garlic & Chilli – Quick, vibrant and balances the richness of the thighs.
  • Simple Barley Pilaf – Slow carb, nutty and filling.
  • New Potatoes with Olive Oil & Herbs – Soft and clean, especially good if you’re cutting back on wine.

Matches

  • Lemon, parsley, oregano, thyme
  • Roasted peppers, aubergine, courgette
  • Chickpeas, barley, bulgur, farro
  • Capers, anchovy, olives
  • Garlic, smoked paprika, cumin

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Preparation Time: 10 minutes
Cooking Time: 35-40 minutes

Hot Tips

  • Preserved lemon is strong — you only need the rind. A little goes a long way.
  • Let the chicken sit on top of the veg so the fat naturally bastes everything underneath.
  • If you like it crispier, finish with a 2-minute blast under the grill.
  • Leftovers reheat beautifully — add extra greens and turn it into a lunch bowl.

Pairings

Red Wine

  • Grenache – Light enough for chicken but bright enough for lemon.
  • Spanish Tempranillo (joven) – Soft tannins, gentle spice.
  • Lambrusco secco – Dry, refreshing, surprisingly good with citrus.

White Wine

  • Albariño – Fresh, saline and perfect with preserved lemon.
  • Picpoul de Pinet – Clean and citrus-led.
  • Vermentino – Herbal notes that mirror the oregano.

Beer & Cider

  • Pale ale – Not too bitter, cuts through the richness.
  • Wheat beer – Soft, citrusy, great with garlic.
  • Dry apple cider – Sharp and refreshing alongside the lemon.

Non-Alcoholic

  • Sparkling water with lemon and thyme – Crisp and simple.
  • Alcohol-free wheat beer – Great body without heaviness.
  • Ginger and citrus cordial – Warming and lively with the spices.

 

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