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Baked Chicken Legs (Crispy Skin & Juicy Inside!)

Easy oven baked chicken legs with crispy skin and juicy, flavorful meat using simple pantry spices.
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Prep Time 10 minutes
Cook Time 40 minutes
Total Time 50 minutes
Servings: 4 people
Course: Dinner
Cuisine: American
Calories: 280
Ingredients Equipment Method Notes

Ingredients
  

Chicken
  • 8 chicken legs
  • 2 tbsp olive oil
  • 1 tsp salt
  • 1 tsp black pepper
  • 1 tsp garlic powder
  • 1 tsp onion powder
  • 1 tsp smoked paprika
  • 0.5 tsp thyme
  • 0.5 tsp oregano

Equipment

  • Baking sheet
  • Mixing bowl
  • Tongs
  • Wire rack (optional)

Method
 

  1. Preheat oven to 425°F (220°C).
  2. Pat chicken legs dry thoroughly.
  3. Toss with olive oil and seasonings.
  4. Arrange on baking sheet with space between.
  5. Bake 35–45 minutes, flipping halfway.
  6. Broil 2–3 minutes for extra crispiness.
  7. Rest 5 minutes before serving.

Notes

Dry chicken thoroughly for best crispy skin. Use a rack for even cooking.