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chicken legs recipes for Perfect Crispy Baked Chicken in 50 Minutes


  • Author: ushinzomr
  • Total Time: 50
  • Yield: 4 servings 1x
  • Diet: Gluten-Free

Description

These crispy baked chicken legs are easy to prepare and incredibly delicious. The perfect weeknight dinner that the whole family will love!


Ingredients

Scale
  • 8 chicken legs (drumsticks)
  • 2 tablespoons olive oil
  • 1 teaspoon garlic powder
  • 1 teaspoon onion powder
  • 1 teaspoon smoked paprika
  • 1 teaspoon salt
  • 1/2 teaspoon black pepper
  • 1/2 teaspoon dried thyme
  • 1/2 teaspoon dried rosemary

Instructions

  1. Preheat your oven to 425°F (220°C).
  2. In a large bowl, combine olive oil, garlic powder, onion powder, smoked paprika, salt, black pepper, thyme, and rosemary.
  3. Add the chicken legs to the bowl and toss until they are evenly coated with the seasoning mixture.
  4. Place the chicken legs on a baking sheet lined with parchment paper, making sure they are not crowded.
  5. Bake in the preheated oven for about 35-40 minutes, or until the chicken is cooked through and the skin is crispy.
  6. Remove from oven and let rest for a few minutes before serving.
  • Prep Time: 10
  • Cook Time: 40
  • Category: Main Course
  • Cuisine: American

Nutrition

  • Serving Size: 1 chicken leg
  • Calories: 290
  • Sugar: 0
  • Sodium: 400
  • Fat: 20
  • Carbohydrates: 0
  • Protein: 25

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