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Baked Chicken Legs Recipe

Baked Chicken Legs
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Picture this: It’s 5:30 PM, the kids are hangry, and your patience is thinner than a potato chip. Enter these Crispy Baked Chicken Legs—your new weeknight superhero. With a smoky seasoning rub and a foolproof oven method, you’ll get golden, crunchy drumsticks that even picky eaters can’t resist. Bonus? You’ll have one pan to wash. Mic drop.

Ingredients

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  • 8 chicken drumsticks (skin-on for that crispy magic)
  • 2 tbsp olive oil (or avocado oil)
  • 1 tsp sea salt
  • ½ tsp black pepper
  • 1 tsp garlic powder
  • 1 tsp smoked paprika (the secret to that “grill flavor”)
  • ½ tsp chili powder (adds a gentle kick)
  • 1 tsp onion powder

Instructions

  1. Dry those drumsticks!
    Pat the chicken legs dry with paper towels. Moisture is the enemy of crispy skin—think of it as blotting away your Monday frustrations.
  2. Shake it like a Polaroid picture
    In a large resealable bag, combine olive oil, salt, pepper, garlic powder, smoked paprika, chili powder, and onion powder. Add the chicken, seal the bag, and shake until each piece is coated like it’s headed to a spice-themed prom.
  3. Prep the pan
    Line a baking sheet with foil (for easy cleanup—you’re welcome) and lightly spray with cooking spray. Arrange the drumsticks so they’re not touching. Crowding = soggy skin, and we’re not here for that.
  4. Bake to crispy perfection
    Pop the tray into a 425°F (220°C) oven for 40–45 minutes. No need to peek! Let the heat work its magic until the skin is golden and the internal temp hits 165°F (74°C).
  5. Serve with flair
    Let the chicken rest for 5 minutes (patience, grasshopper). Sprinkle with parsley if you’re feeling fancy, and watch your family descend like seagulls on fries.

Notes

  • Skin trick: For extra crunch, crank the oven to 450°F for the last 5 minutes.
  • Leftovers? Store in an airtight container for up to 3 days. Reheat in the oven—not the microwave—to keep that crisp.
  • Kid hack: Serve with honey for dipping. Suddenly, you’re the “cool parent.”

Keywords: baked chicken legs, crispy chicken drumsticks, oven-baked chicken legs, easy dinner recipe, family-friendly meals

Find it online: https://mumrecipes.com/baked-chicken-legs/