Chicken Leg Quarters
These roasted chicken leg quarters are super juicy and so simple to make. Rub the chicken legs with seasonings and then bake!
Servings: 4 servings
Ingredients
- 4 medium chicken leg quarters (about 6 to 8 ounces each)
- 3 tablespoons olive oil
- 1 teaspoon paprika
- ½ teaspoon garlic powder
- ½ teaspoon onion powder
- salt and freshly ground black pepper to taste, I use about 1 teaspoon of each
- fresh chopped parsley for garnish
Instructions
- Prep. Preheat the oven to 400ºF. Line a baking sheet with aluminum foil.
- Prepare the chicken. Pat dry the chicken leg quarters with paper towels. Brush the chicken with olive oil. In a bowl, combine the paprika, garlic powder, onion powder, and salt and pepper. Season the chicken on all sides with the prepared spice mixture.
- Bake. Bake the chicken in the preheated oven for 15 minutes. Flip the chicken and continue to bake it for another 25-30 minutes or until its internal temperature registers at 165˚F.
- Rest and serve. Let the chicken legs rest for 5 minutes before serving. If desired, garnish the chicken with fresh chopped parsley.
Notes
- If your chicken is not crispy enough or to your liking, place the chicken under a broiler for 2-3 minutes.
- For a smoky flavor, you can use smoked paprika. The chicken can also be seasoned with Italian herbs.
Nutrition
Calories: 413kcal | Carbohydrates: 1g | Protein: 24g | Fat: 35g | Saturated Fat: 8g | Polyunsaturated Fat: 6g | Monounsaturated Fat: 18g | Trans Fat: 0.1g | Cholesterol: 142mg | Sodium: 112mg | Potassium: 315mg | Fiber: 0.2g | Sugar: 0.1g | Vitamin A: 359IU | Vitamin C: 0.1mg | Calcium: 14mg | Iron: 1mg
