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Honey-Glazed Roasted Chicken Quarters Recipe – Tender, oven-baked chicken quarters coated in a rich honey glaze, garnished with fresh thyme, and served with crisp green beans and juicy cherry tomatoes. A flavorful and easy chicken dish perfect for any meal.

Easy Chicken Quarters Recipe (Ready in Under 1 Hour!)

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Crispy on the outside, juicy on the inside - these oven-baked chicken quarters recipe are seasoned to perfection with garlic and herbs. A simple yet delicious dinner recipe that's ready in under an hour.
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Prep Time 15 minutes
Cook Time 50 minutes
Total Time 1 hour 5 minutes
Servings: 4
Course: Main Course
Cuisine: American
Calories: 485
Ingredients Equipment Method Nutrition Notes

Ingredients
  

4 chicken leg quarters (about 3-4 pounds total)
  • Fresh or thawed if frozen
  • Look for quarters similar in size
  • Pat dry with paper towels before using
2 tablespoons olive oil
  • Use good quality extra virgin olive oil
  • Can substitute with avocado oil
2 tablespoons butter, melted
  • Unsalted preferred
  • Should be fully melted but not hot
3 cloves garlic, minced
  • Fresh garlic strongly recommended
  • About 1 tablespoon minced
  • Can substitute with 1 teaspoon garlic powder if needed

Equipment

  • Large baking sheet or roasting pan
  • Wire rack that fits inside baking sheet
  • Aluminum foil
  • Meat thermometer
  • Small mixing bowl
  • Measuring spoons
  • Paper Towels
  • Pastry brush or basting brush
  • Sharp knife (for optional trimming)
  • Kitchen tongs
  • Cutting board

Method
 

Preparation
  1. Preheat your oven to 400°F (200°C)
  2. Pat the chicken quarters dry with paper towels (this is crucial for achieving crispy skin)
  3. In a small bowl, combine the melted butter, olive oil, minced garlic, and all dry seasonings
  4. Line a large baking sheet with aluminum foil and place a wire rack on top
Seasoning the Chicken
  1. Place the chicken quarters on the prepared wire rack
  2. Gently loosen the skin without removing it completely
  3. Rub half of the seasoning mixture under the skin
  4. Brush the remaining mixture all over the outside of the chicken quarters
  5. Let the seasoned chicken rest at room temperature for 15-20 minutes
Cooking
  1. Place the baking sheet with chicken in the preheated oven
  2. Bake for 45-55 minutes, or until the internal temperature reaches 165°F (74°C)
  3. For extra-crispy skin, broil for the last 2-3 minutes, watching carefully to prevent burning
  4. Let rest for 10 minutes before serving

Nutrition

Calories: 485kcalFat: 32gSaturated Fat: 9gCholesterol: 165mgSodium: 680mgPotassium: 485mgSugar: 0.2gVitamin C: 3mgCalcium: 30mgIron: 2.5mg

Notes

  • Choose chicken quarters of similar size to ensure even cooking
  • Allow chicken to come to room temperature before cooking (30 minutes)
  • Pat chicken completely dry before seasoning for crispier skin
  • Don't skip loosening the skin and seasoning underneath
  • Use a meat thermometer for perfect doneness
  • Let chicken rest after cooking to retain juices
 

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