Roasted Chicken Leg

Roasted Chicken Leg

These succulent grilled chicken legs are marinated to perfection, ensuring every bite is packed with flavor and tenderness. The secret lies in the extended marination time—from morning until evening—allowing the spices to deeply infuse into the meat. Baked at 200°C for just 30 minutes, the chicken legs develop a crispy, golden exterior while staying juicy inside. Flipping them halfway through ensures even cooking and a mouthwatering finish. Ideal for gatherings, these fragrant chicken legs are a crowd-pleaser, praised for their perfect texture and rich taste. Whether you're a beginner or a seasoned cook, this recipe guarantees delicious results with minimal effort. Try it once, and it’ll become your go-to for a quick, flavorful meal!

38 Minutes
Medium
4 servings

Ingredients

Metric US
4 serving

Main Ingredients

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chicken legs
4 pieces

The aromatics

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garlic
3 cloves (minced)
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onion
½ medium (chopped)

The sauce & seasonings

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olive oil
2 tbsp
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soy sauce
3 tbsp
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honey
1 tbsp
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black pepper
1 tsp
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paprika
½ tsp
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salt
1 tsp

Instructions

1. Step 1

Step 1
Rinse the chicken legs and marinate them with all the ingredients. I marinated them from 9 am to the evening before baking.

2. Step 2

Step 2
Place the marinated chicken legs on the grill and preheat the oven to 200 degrees Celsius for 10 minutes before baking.

3. Step 3

Step 3
After 20 minutes, the chicken legs will have this effect. Since I baked a lot, I flipped them over and baked for another 10 minutes after 20 minutes.

4. Step 4

Step 4
The fragrant chicken legs are done, and everyone says they are good. 30 minutes is just right, and I consider it a success for my first time baking.

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