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Baked Chicken Leg Quarters surrounded by roasted baby potatoes and fresh rosemary sprigs, showing a deliciously seasoned dish.

Baked Chicken Leg Quarters

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Juicy, crispy Baked Chicken Leg Quarters with a simple seasoning blend, perfect for a hearty meal.
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Prep Time 5 minutes
Cook Time 35 minutes
Rest Time 5 minutes
Total Time 45 minutes
Servings: 4
Course: Main Course
Cuisine: American
Calories: 440
Ingredients Method Nutrition Notes

Ingredients
  

  • 4 medium Chicken leg quarters Bone-in skin-on for crispy results
  • ¼ cup Olive oil For brushing
  • 1 teaspoon Paprika For seasoning
  • ½ teaspoon Garlic powder For seasoning
  • ½ teaspoon Onion powder For seasoning
  • ¾ teaspoon Sea salt For seasoning
  • ¼ teaspoon Black pepper For seasoning

Method
 

  1. Preheat the oven to 400°F (218°C). Line a baking sheet with foil and place an oven-safe rack on top.
  2. Pat the chicken leg quarters dry using paper towels. This step is essential for achieving a crispy skin.
  3. Brush both sides of the chicken with olive oil, then season evenly with paprika, garlic powder, onion powder, salt, and pepper.
  4. Arrange the chicken leg quarters on the rack, placing them skin side down. Bake for 15 minutes.
  5. Flip the chicken leg quarters over and bake for an additional 20-30 minutes, or until the internal temperature reaches 170°F (74°C).
  6. (Optional) For extra crispiness, place the chicken under the broiler for 2-3 minutes.
  7. Let the chicken rest for 5 minutes before serving.

Nutrition

Serving: 1gCalories: 440kcalCarbohydrates: 1.2gProtein: 23.6gFat: 37.6gSaturated Fat: 10gPolyunsaturated Fat: 2gMonounsaturated Fat: 6gCholesterol: 120mgSodium: 1000mgPotassium: 350mgFiber: 0.3gSugar: 0.1gVitamin A: 15IUVitamin C: 2mgCalcium: 2mgIron: 10mg

Notes

These baked chicken leg quarters come out perfectly crispy on the outside and juicy on the inside, ideal for a weeknight dinner or a special occasion.

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