Best Damn Oven Baked Chicken (Printable Version)
Juicy, spice-coated chicken legs oven-baked to crispy perfection in under an hour for a mouthwatering meal.
# What You'll Need:
→ Chicken
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6 chicken legs, skin-on
→ Seasonings
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2 teaspoons paprika
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1.5 teaspoons kosher salt
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1 teaspoon onion powder
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1 teaspoon garlic powder
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1 teaspoon dried rosemary
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1 teaspoon dried parsley flakes
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0.5 teaspoon ground black pepper
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0.5 teaspoon ground mustard
→ Other
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1 tablespoon olive oil
# Steps to Follow:
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Preheat oven to 220°C. Line a baking sheet with aluminium foil and apply non-stick cooking spray.
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Pat the chicken legs dry thoroughly with a paper towel and trim any excess skin.
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Place chicken legs in a large zip-top bag. Add olive oil, seal, and shake to coat evenly. Add all seasonings, reseal, and shake again until chicken is uniformly coated with spices.
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Transfer chicken legs to the prepared baking sheet, spacing them evenly.
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Bake on the middle rack for 40 minutes, turning the chicken legs halfway through for even browning.
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Ensure the internal temperature reaches at least 74°C, ideally 85-90°C for optimal tenderness and juiciness.
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Allow chicken legs to rest for several minutes before serving to lock in juices.
# Additional Notes:
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For exceptionally crispy skin, ensure chicken is thoroughly dried before seasoning.