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Oven Baked Chicken Legs

These Oven Baked Chicken Legs are juicy on the inside, crispy on the outside, and packed with flavorful spices. Easy to prepare with simple pantry ingredients, they make a perfect weeknight dinner or meal prep favorite.
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Prep Time 10 minutes
Cook Time 40 minutes
Total Time 50 minutes
Course Main Dish
Cuisine American
Servings 4 people
Calories 300 kcal

Ingredients
  

  • 8 pieces chicken legs (drumsticks), skin-on
  • 2 tablespoons olive oil
  • 1 teaspoon garlic powder
  • 1 teaspoon onion powder
  • 1 teaspoon smoked paprika (or regular paprika)
  • 1 teaspoon Italian seasoning
  • 0.5 teaspoon black pepper
  • 1 teaspoon salt
  • 0.5 teaspoon cayenne pepper (optional)
  • 1 tablespoon fresh parsley, chopped (for garnish)

Instructions
 

  • Preheat the oven to 400°F (200°C). Line a baking sheet with parchment paper or foil and place a wire rack on top.
  • Pat the chicken legs dry with paper towels to help crisp the skin.
  • In a large bowl, toss chicken legs with olive oil until well coated.
  • In a small bowl, mix garlic powder, onion powder, smoked paprika, Italian seasoning, salt, black pepper, and cayenne pepper (if using).
  • Rub the seasoning mix evenly over each chicken leg.
  • Arrange the chicken legs on the wire rack in a single layer, leaving space between each piece.
  • Bake for 35-45 minutes, flipping halfway through, until the internal temperature reaches 165°F (74°C) and the skin is crispy and golden brown.
  • Let the chicken rest for 5 minutes before serving. Garnish with fresh chopped parsley.

Nutrition

Serving: 1peopleCalories: 300kcalProtein: 25gFat: 18gSaturated Fat: 4gSodium: 700mg
Keyword Chicken Legs, Crispy Chicken, Oven Baked Chicken
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