Oven-Roasted Chicken Legs Recipe

Name: Oven-Roasted Chicken Legs
Prep time: 10 min
Cook time: 45 min
Total time: 55 min
Yield: 4 chicken legs
Cuisine: American
Ingredients: 4 chicken legs (drumsticks and thighs attached); 2 tablespoons olive oil; 4 cloves garlic, minced; 1 teaspoon dried thyme; 1 teaspoon dried rosemary; 1 teaspoon paprika; 1 teaspoon salt; 1/2 teaspoon black pepper

American · Main course · 55 min total

Oven-Roasted Chicken Legs recipe videos

Juicy, crispy-skinned chicken legs seasoned with a simple herb and garlic rub, roasted to perfection for an easy weeknight dinner.

10
min prep

45
min cook

4
servings

450
kcal/serving

Ingredients

4 chicken legs (drumsticks and thighs attached)
2 tablespoons olive oil
4 cloves garlic, minced
1 teaspoon dried thyme
1 teaspoon dried rosemary
1 teaspoon paprika
1 teaspoon salt
1/2 teaspoon black pepper

Instructions

Preheat oven to 425°F (220°C). Line a baking sheet with foil or parchment paper.
In a small bowl, mix olive oil, minced garlic, thyme, rosemary, paprika, salt, and pepper to form a paste.
Pat chicken legs dry with paper towels. Rub the spice paste all over the chicken, including under the skin if possible.
Place chicken legs skin-side up on the prepared baking sheet, spaced apart.
Roast for 40-45 minutes, until skin is golden and crispy, and internal temperature reaches 165°F (74°C) at the thickest part.
Let rest for 5 minutes before serving.

Tips

For extra crispiness, broil for the last 2-3 minutes, watching carefully.
Serve with roasted vegetables or a fresh salad.
Leftovers can be stored in the refrigerator for up to 3 days.

More about Oven-Roasted Chicken Legs →

AI estimate may be inaccurate · Terms