paprika roasted chicken

add more olive oil

yield: Makes 4 to 6 servings

active time: 10 min

total time: 40 min
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Ingredients

* 1 tablespoon extra-virgin olive oil
* 1 1/2 tablespoons paprika
* 1/2 teaspoon cinnamon
* 1/2 teaspoon cayenne
* 1 whole chicken (about 3 1/2 pounds), cut into serving pieces
* 1 sweet onion, cut into 1/2-inch wedges

Preparation

Preheat oven to 500°F with rack in upper third.

Mix oil with spices, 1 1/2 teaspoons salt, and 1 teaspoon pepper in a large bowl, then add chicken and onion, tossing to coat. Arrange chicken, skin side up, and onion in a 3-quart shallow baking dish.

Bake until chicken is just cooked through and skin is golden, about 30 minutes. Skim any fat from pan juices in dish.