Marinated chicken legs are a delicious and budget-friendly choice for dinner. Chicken legs are moist, flavorful and can be fun for the kids to eat. Adding a marinade improves the flavor, particularly if you plan to bake, rather than grill, them. Pair baked chicken legs with potatoes and a vegetable, pack them up for an on-the-go picnic or opt for refried beans, tortillas and salsa.
Step 1
Preheat the oven to 400 F.
Step 2
Remove your chicken legs from the marinade. Brush each chicken leg with olive oil or melted butter.
Step 3
Season the chicken legs with salt and pepper or opt for a salt-based seasoning blend, like purchased Creole seasoning.
Step 4
Place the chicken legs on the baking sheet in a single layer. Avoid having the chicken legs overlap --- use a second baking sheet or pan if necessary. Bake for 30 minutes in the 400-degree oven.
Step 5
Turn on the broiler and broil for 1 to 3 minutes for additional browning and crispier skin.
Tips and Warnings
- Roast chicken legs also taste good cold, making them ideal for lunches. Add sauce during the final few minutes of baking time, if desired.
Things You'll Need
- Basting brush
- Olive oil or butter
- Salt or salt-based seasoning
- Pepper
- Baking sheet
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