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Chicken Legs

These Oven-Baked Chicken Legs are seasoned with smoky paprika, garlic, and herbs, then roasted until the skin is crispy and the meat is juicy. A quick, fuss-free dinner that pairs perfectly with almost any side.
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Prep Time 10 minutes
Cook Time 45 minutes
Total Time 55 minutes
Servings: 4
Calories: 280
Ingredients Method Notes

Ingredients
  

  • 8 chicken legs about 2 pounds
  • 2 tablespoons extra virgin olive oil
  • 2 teaspoons paprika
  • 1 teaspoon garlic powder
  • 1 teaspoon onion powder
  • ½ teaspoon dried parsley
  • ½ teaspoon kosher salt
  • ½ teaspoon ground pepper

Method
 

  1. Preheat oven to 425°F. Line a baking sheet with aluminum foil and spray with nonstick cooking spray.
  2. In a large bowl, mix olive oil, paprika, garlic powder, onion powder, parsley, salt, and pepper.
  3. Pat chicken legs dry, then toss to coat in the seasoning mixture.
  4. Arrange chicken legs in a single layer on the baking sheet, leaving space between each piece.
  5. Bake for 40–45 minutes, until golden brown and cooked through to an internal temperature of 165°F.
  6. Let rest a few minutes before serving.
  7. See full steps with tips & photos → https://theboatshedcafe.com/chicken-legs/

Notes

  • Patting the chicken dry helps the skin crisp up in the oven.
  • For extra flavor, marinate the chicken in the seasoning for 1–2 hours before baking.
  • Rotate the baking sheet halfway through cooking for even browning.