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Colorful plated baked chicken legs with golden crispy skin garnished with fresh herbs, served alongside roasted vegetables on a rustic wooden table, showcasing a savory and juicy appearance with a textured finish.

Easy Oven Baked Chicken Legs for Every Meal

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Simple, flavorful baked chicken legs with crispy skin and juicy meat, perfect for quick family dinners or meal prepping.

  • Total Time: 50 minutes
  • Yield: 4 servings

Ingredients

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  • 4 chicken legs
  • 2 tbsp olive oil
  • 1 tsp salt
  • 1/2 tsp black pepper
  • 1 tsp garlic powder
  • 1 tsp paprika
  • 1/2 tsp dried thyme
  • Optional: fresh herbs for garnish

Instructions

  1. Preheat oven to 400°F (200°C).
  2. Pat chicken legs dry with paper towels.
  3. In a small bowl, mix salt, pepper, garlic powder, paprika, and thyme.
  4. Rub olive oil over chicken and season evenly with the spice mixture.
  5. Place chicken legs on a baking sheet lined with parchment paper.
  6. Bake for 35-40 minutes until skin is crispy and internal temperature reaches 165°F.
  7. Rest for 5 minutes, then garnish with fresh herbs if desired and serve.

Notes

  • For extra flavor, marinate chicken in spices and olive oil for 30 minutes before baking.
  • Prep Time: 10 minutes
  • Cook Time: 40 minutes
  • Method: Baking
  • Cuisine: American
  • Diet: Gluten-Free

Nutrition

  • Serving Size: 1 chicken leg
  • Calories: 250 Kcal
  • Sugar: 0g
  • Sodium: 590mg
  • Fat: 15g
  • Saturated Fat: 3g
  • Unsaturated Fat: 10g
  • Trans Fat: 0g
  • Carbohydrates: 2g
  • Fiber: 0g
  • Protein: 25g
  • Cholesterol: 95mg