Description
Delicious and crispy baked chicken legs seasoned with a flavorful blend of Italian herbs, garlic, onion, and paprika. Perfectly roasted in the oven for juicy, tender meat with golden-brown skin, ideal for an easy family dinner.
Ingredients
Chicken and Seasoning
- 2 pounds chicken drumsticks, bone-in, skin-on
- 2 tablespoons olive oil
- 2 teaspoons Italian seasoning
- 1 teaspoon garlic powder
- 1 teaspoon onion powder
- 1 teaspoon paprika
- 1 teaspoon Kosher salt
- 1/2 teaspoon freshly ground black pepper
Garnish
- Fresh chopped parsley for garnish, optional
Instructions
- Preheat Oven: Heat your oven to 425 degrees Fahrenheit. Line a rimmed baking sheet with parchment paper and place a cooking rack on top to allow air circulation for even cooking.
- Dry Chicken: Pat the chicken legs dry thoroughly on all sides with a paper towel to ensure the skin crisps up well during baking.
- Mix Seasonings: In a small bowl, combine Italian seasoning, garlic powder, onion powder, paprika, Kosher salt, and freshly ground black pepper to create a flavorful rub.
- Coat Chicken: Brush the chicken legs with olive oil, making sure to coat all sides evenly to help the seasoning stick and the skin crisp.
- Apply Seasoning: Sprinkle the seasoning mixture over the oiled chicken legs, coating them thoroughly on all sides for a balanced flavor.
- Bake: Arrange the chicken legs on the cooking rack and bake in the preheated oven for 40-45 minutes. Bake until the skin is golden brown and a meat thermometer inserted into the thickest part reads 165 degrees Fahrenheit.
- Rest and Serve: Remove chicken from the oven and let it rest for 5 minutes to allow juices to redistribute. Garnish with fresh chopped parsley if desired, then serve immediately.
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Notes
- Drying the chicken thoroughly before oiling helps achieve a crispier skin.
- You can use a meat thermometer to precisely check doneness at 165°F.
- Substitute fresh herbs for Italian seasoning to customize flavor.
- Serving with a side of roasted vegetables pairs wonderfully with this dish.
- Leftover chicken can be refrigerated for up to 3 days and reheated.
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 40-45 minutes
- Category: Main Course
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: American
