Oven Roasted Chicken Legs
User Reviews
4.5
-
Prep Time
5 mins
-
Cook Time
1 hr 30 mins
-
Total Time
1 hr 35 mins
-
Servings
8
-
Calories
465 kcal
-
Course
Main Course
-
Cuisine
Greek
Oven Roasted Chicken Legs
Description
This recipe for Oven Roasted Chicken Legs uses a simple spice blend that highlights classic Mediterranean herbs such as oregano, sage, and basil combined with garlic and onion powders. The chicken legs are thoroughly dried before seasoning to promote crispiness. The marinade includes olive oil and lemon juice, adding moisture and a bright acidity.
The chicken cooks in two stages: first at 350°F to start cooking gently, then flipped and raised to 400°F to finish cooking and develop a sturdier skin texture. Rotating the drumsticks during the higher heat phase ensures even browning. An optional final broil step crisps the skin further without drying the meat.
Serve these roasted chicken legs hot, with the crispy skin complementing the juicy meat inside. The herb and lemon flavors are balanced well with the cooking method, making them suitable for various side dishes or simple meals.
Ingredients
- 4 lb chicken drumstick
- 2 tbsp olive oil
- 1 tbsp salt sea salt
- 2 tbsp lemon juice
- 2 tbsp oregano Greek
- 1 tbsp sage
- 1 tbsp basil
- 2 tbsp garlic powder
- 2 tbsp onion powder
Instructions
- Preheat oven to 350 degrees.
- Thoroughly pat chicken dry with a paper towel.
- In a small bowl, mix together spices, salt, and chicken.
- Coat chicken in oil and spice mix then add lemon juice and toss to coat.
- Let chicken marinate 30 minutes to overnight in the fridge.
- Add chicken to oven on a cooling rack sitting atop a baking sheet - or a shallow baking dish with a rim. If cooking in a dish, you can cook in some of the marinade. If baking on a wire rack, discard marinade.
- Cook chicken for 20 minutes, then flip and turn the temperature up to 400 degrees. Cook an additional 20-25 minutes rotating every 10 minutes.
- When chicken is ready, fat will be rendered, and skin will be crispy. If it needs a bit more crunch, turn on broiler and broil for two minutes on each side to give a little extra crunch to chicken skin.
- Serve immediately.
Nutrition Information
Show DetailsNutrition Facts
Serving: 8Serving
Amount Per Serving
Calories 465 kcal
% Daily Value*
| Serving | 3drumsticks | |
| Calories | 465kcal | 23% |
| Carbohydrates | 4g | 1% |
| Protein | 55g | 110% |
| Fat | 24g | 37% |
| Saturated Fat | 6g | 30% |
| Polyunsaturated Fat | 15g | 88% |
| Cholesterol | 288mg | 96% |
| Sodium | 1098mg | 46% |
| Fiber | 1g | 4% |
* Percent Daily Values are based on a 2,000 calorie diet.
User Reviews
Overall Rating
4.5
You'll Also Love
