OVEN ROASTED CHICKEN LEGS  (Thighs & Drumsticks)

WHAT SEASONING SHOULD I USE TO MAKE A TASTY OVEN ROASTED CHICKEN LEGS?

You can use any spices you’d like. I choose to use:

– sweet paprika, – cayenne pepper, – turmeric,

– dried oregano, – dried thyme and – salt & pepper.

Common Question

The internal temperature should read 165F. Make sure to measure the temperature in the middle of the meat part of the leg and not close to the bone.

HOW DO I KNOW THAT THE CHICKEN IS COOKED THROUGH?

Common Question

– 2 Chicken Thighs – 4 Chicken Drumsticks – 2 tbsp Olive Oil Extra Virgin – 2 tbsp Lemon Juice – 1 teaspoon Salt Himalayan or Kosher – 1/2 teaspoon Black Pepper Freshly grounded – 2 cloves Garlic Minced

OVEN ROASTED CHICKEN LEGS (Thighs & Drumsticks)

Ingredients

OVEN ROASTED CHICKEN LEGS (Thighs & Drumsticks)

– 1 teaspoon Sweet Paprika – 1/2 teaspoon Turmeric – 1/2 teaspoon Oregano Dried – 1/2 teaspoon Thyme Dried – Pinch Cayenne Pepper – 2 tbsp Butter optional for a crispy skin

Ingredients

– Preheat the oven to 425F. – In a bowl combine: olive oil, lemon juice, garlic, salt, pepper, 1/2 teaspoon of sweet paprika, turmeric, oregano, thyme and cayenne; – Place the chicken in the oven-safe dish like casserole or cast-iron skillet; – Pour the mixture over the chicken and rub it on both sides; (This can be done a night before and kept refrigerated before cooking)

How to Cook

Oven Roasted Chicken Legs

– Place the chicken skin side up and sprinkle with the remaining 1/2 teaspoon of sweet paprika (for more intense color); Transfer the casserole to the hot oven. – Roast the chicken for 40-45 minutes or until the internal temperature reaches 165F; – After about 20 minutes of roasting, you can add a little pat of butter on each piece of chicken for crispier skin. It is an optional step and can be omitted; – Once the chicken reaches 165 F remove from the oven and let rest for 5 minutes before serving.

How to Cook

Oven Roasted Chicken Legs

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