Crispy Baked Chicken Legs

Baked chicken drumsticks on a white platter.

A family favorite! These super easy chicken legs are full of flavor and so juicy on the inside. The perfect weeknight dinner recipe!

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Author Kori Butler

Prep Time 8

Cook Time 40

Total Time 48

Course chicken recipes

Cuisine American

Servings

Calories 319 kcal

Ingredients

▢ 6 chicken legs (drumsticks) (bone-in, skin on)
▢ 2 tablespoons extra virgin olive oil
▢ 1½ teaspoons garlic salt
▢ 1 teaspoon smoked paprika
▢ 1 teaspoon dried parsley
▢ ½ teaspoon dried oregano
▢ ½ teaspoon onion powder
▢ ½ teaspoon ground black pepper

Instructions

Preheat oven to 400°F. Line a baking sheet with parchment paper.
In a small bowl mix together seasonings.
Using a pastry brush, coat the chicken in olive oil. Sprinkle the seasoning over the chicken, coating evenly.
Bake for 35 to 40 minutes, or until the internal temperature of the chicken reaches 165℉.

Kori's Tips

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VARIATIONS: Use any salted seasoning blend or dry rub in place of the spices.
TOP TIPS: If the chicken is getting too dark, turn over or cover with foil.
SERVING SUGGESTIONS: Garnish with chopped green onions or parsley.

Nutrition

Calories: 319kcalCarbohydrates: 1gProtein: 21gFat: 25gSaturated Fat: 6gPolyunsaturated Fat: 5gMonounsaturated Fat: 12gTrans Fat: 0.1gCholesterol: 120mgSodium: 884mgPotassium: 276mgFiber: 0.3gSugar: 0.1gVitamin A: 287IUVitamin C: 0.3mgCalcium: 17mgIron: 1mg

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