How to Make Baked Chicken Leg Quarters - A Step-by-Step Guide

Whether you're looking for an easy weeknight dinner or a delicious meal to impress your friends and family, baked chicken leg quarters are a go-to option. These juicy and flavorful chicken quarters are budget-friendly and can be cooked with minimal effort. If you're tired of the same old chicken dishes, this recipe is sure to become a staple in your kitchen.

One of the best things about chicken leg quarters is their versatility. You can season them with your favorite herbs and spices,...

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Ingredients

  • 2 teaspoons smoked paprika
  • 2 teaspoons granulated garlic
  • ½ teaspoon onion powder
  • 1 teaspoon salt
  • 1 teaspoon freshly ground black pepper
  • 5 (8 ounce) chicken leg quarters
  • ⅓ cup melted unsalted butter

Information

  • Prep Time: 10 mins
  • Cook Time: 50 mins
  • Rest Time: 5 mins
  • Total Time: 1 hr 5 mins
  • Servings: 5

  • Preheat the oven to 425 degrees F (218 degrees C). Line a sheet pan with aluminum foil.
  • Stir together smoked paprika, granulated garlic, onion powder, salt, and pepper in a small bowl.
  • Pat chicken leg quarters dry with paper towels. Gently lift the skin and sprinkle in 1/4 to 1/2 teaspoon of the seasoning blend, using a fingertip to spread the seasoning around under the skin. Brush both sides of each leg quarter with melted butter.
  • Evenly sprinkle remaining spice mixture on both sides of each quarter and set cut side up onto the prepared sheet pan.
  • Bake in the center of the preheated oven for 20 minutes. Turn the quarters cut side down using tongs and continue baking until chicken is no longer pink at the bone and the juices run clear, about 20 more minutes. An instant-read thermometer inserted near the bone should read 160 degrees F (71 degrees C).
  • Turn on the broiler and broil each side of the chicken leg quarters until skin is nicely browned, 3 to 4 minutes per side. Test for a final internal temperature with an instant-read thermometer of 165 degrees F (74 degrees C).
  • Transfer chicken leg quarters to a serving plate. Tent with foil and let rest for 5 minutes before serving.
  • Nutrition

    540 cal.

    • Total Fat: 40g
    • Saturated Fat: 16g
    • Cholesterol: 221mg
    • Sodium: 571mg
    • Total Carbohydrate: 2g
    • Dietary Fiber: 1g
    • Protein: 42g
    • Potassium: 498mg