American · easy
Oven Baked Chicken Legs
Whole chicken legs (thigh and drumstick) seasoned with a smoky spice rub and baked until juicy.
- 50 min
- Total
- 4
- Serves
- $6.50
- Est. cost
- 410
- Cal/serving
Dietary, as tagged
- Gluten-free
Parent noteChicken legs are economical and fun for kids to eat. Serve with corn on the cob and a simple salad.
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Ingredients
- Whole Chicken Legs (leg quarters)4
- Olive Oil1 tbsp
- Smoked Paprika1 tsp
- Garlic Powder1 tsp
- Onion Powder1/2 tsp
- Cayenne Pepper (optional)1/8 tsp
- Salt3/4 tsp
- Black Pepper1/2 tsp
Method
- 01
Preheat oven to 425F. Line a sheet pan with foil.
- 02
Mix smoked paprika, garlic powder, onion powder, salt, pepper, and a pinch of cayenne in a small bowl.
- 03
Pat chicken legs dry. Rub with olive oil, then coat with the spice mixture.
- 04
Place on sheet pan skin-side up. Bake 40-45 minutes until skin is crispy and internal temp reaches 165F.
- 410
- Calories
- 38g
- Protein
- 1g
- Carbs
- 28g
- Fat
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