Description
Deliciously crispy chicken legs baked to perfection without the mess of deep frying, seasoned with a delightful mix of herbs and spices.
Ingredients
Scale
- 4 bone-in, skin-on chicken legs
- 2 tablespoons olive oil
- 1 teaspoon garlic powder
- 1 teaspoon onion powder
- 1 teaspoon smoked paprika
- Salt and pepper to taste
- Fresh thyme or rosemary (optional)
Instructions
- Preheat your oven to 425°F (220°C).
- Pat the chicken legs dry with paper towels and place them in a large bowl.
- Drizzle olive oil over the chicken legs, then sprinkle with garlic powder, onion powder, smoked paprika, salt, and pepper. Massage the spices into the chicken.
- Arrange the seasoned chicken legs on a baking sheet lined with parchment paper or aluminum foil, ensuring they are spaced apart.
- Bake in the preheated oven for about 35-40 minutes, basting halfway through with pan juices.
- Check that the chicken reaches an internal temperature of 165°F (75°C), and broil for an additional 2-3 minutes for extra crispiness, if desired.
- Let the chicken legs rest for about 5 minutes before serving.
Notes
Ensure the chicken is dry before seasoning for optimal crispiness. Experiment with different herbs and spices to suit your taste.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 40 minutes
- Category: Main Course
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: American
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 serving
- Calories: 350
- Sugar: 0g
- Sodium: 450mg
- Fat: 19g
- Saturated Fat: 5g
- Unsaturated Fat: 12g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 2g
- Fiber: 0g
- Protein: 27g
- Cholesterol: 90mg
Keywords: crispy chicken legs, oven baked chicken, healthy comfort food, family favorite, easy chicken recipe