Ingredients
Scale
- 4 chicken legs (thigh and drumstick attached)
- 2 tablespoons olive oil
- 1 teaspoon salt
- 1/2 teaspoon black pepper
- 1 teaspoon garlic powder
- 1 teaspoon paprika
- 1/2 teaspoon dried thyme
- 1/2 teaspoon onion powder
Instructions
- Preheat oven to 400°F (200°C).
- Pat chicken legs dry with paper towels.
- In a small bowl, mix salt, pepper, garlic powder, paprika, thyme, and onion powder.
- Rub olive oil over chicken legs, then season evenly with the spice mixture.
- Place chicken on a baking sheet lined with parchment paper.
- Bake for 35-40 minutes until skin is crispy and meat reaches 165°F (75°C).
- Let rest for 5 minutes before serving.
Notes
- For extra flavor, marinate chicken with herbs and spices for 30 minutes prior to baking.
- Ensure the chicken reaches a safe internal temperature for juicy, safe eating.
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 40 minutes
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: American
- Diet: Gluten-Free
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 chicken leg
- Calories: 320 Kcal
- Sugar: 1g
- Sodium: 580mg
- Fat: 20g
- Saturated Fat: 5g
- Unsaturated Fat: 14g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 3g
- Fiber: 1g
- Protein: 30g
- Cholesterol: 125mg