chicken leg recipes

Chicken Leg Recipes

These chicken leg recipes are juicy, flavorful, and perfect for an easy family dinner. Oven-baked chicken drumsticks coated with savory spices and rich barbecue sauce create a sweet, smoky, and tender meal that is simple to prepare and packed with delicious flavor. Explore more delicious recipes like Chicken Leg Recipes on our website.

Ingredients

  • 1 1/2 pounds chicken drumsticks
  • 1/4 cup extra-virgin olive oil
  • 1 teaspoon salt
  • 1/2 teaspoon black pepper
  • 1/2 teaspoon paprika
  • 1/4 teaspoon garlic powder
  • 1/4 teaspoon onion powder
  • 1/4 teaspoon cayenne pepper
  • 1 1/2 cups barbecue sauce

Directions

  • Preheat the oven to 400°F (200°C).
  • Line a baking sheet with foil.
  • In a large bowl, mix olive oil, salt, black pepper, paprika, garlic powder, onion powder, and cayenne pepper.
  • Add the chicken drumsticks and toss until evenly coated.
  • Arrange the drumsticks on the prepared baking sheet.
  • Bake for 20 minutes.
  • Remove the chicken from the oven and brush with barbecue sauce.
  • Return to the oven and bake for 7 to 8 minutes.
  • Flip the drumsticks and brush the other side with more barbecue sauce.
  • Bake for another 7 to 8 minutes.
  • Turn on the oven broiler and place the rack about 6 inches from the heat source.
  • Brush the drumsticks with additional barbecue sauce.
  • Broil for 3 to 4 minutes.
  • Flip the drumsticks, brush again with sauce, and broil for another 3 to 4 minutes until fully cooked.
  • Serve hot.

Preparation Details

  • Prep Time: 10 minutes
  • Cook Time: 40 minutes
  • Total Time: 50 minutes
  • Servings: 3
  • Yield: 3 servings