Description
These Garlic Parmesan Chicken Legs are a flavorful and easy-to-make dinner option that the whole family will enjoy. The combination of garlic, Parmesan cheese, and a blend of herbs makes these chicken legs irresistibly delicious. Perfect for a weeknight meal or a weekend gathering.
Ingredients
Scale
Chicken Legs:
- 6 chicken legs (drumsticks)
Seasoning:
- 3 tablespoons olive oil
- 1 teaspoon salt
- ½ teaspoon black pepper
- 1 teaspoon garlic powder
- ½ teaspoon onion powder
- ½ teaspoon smoked paprika
- ½ teaspoon dried oregano
Finishing:
- ½ cup grated Parmesan cheese
- 2 tablespoons chopped fresh parsley (optional for garnish)
Instructions
- Preheat the oven: Preheat the oven to 400°F (200°C) and line a baking sheet with parchment paper or foil.
- Prepare the chicken: Pat the chicken legs dry and place in a mixing bowl. Drizzle with olive oil and toss to coat.
- Season the chicken: Mix salt, pepper, garlic powder, onion powder, smoked paprika, and oregano in a bowl. Sprinkle over chicken and toss to coat.
- Bake: Arrange chicken on baking sheet and bake for 35–40 minutes, flipping halfway through.
- Add Parmesan: Sprinkle Parmesan over chicken in the last 5 minutes of baking.
- Finish and serve: Garnish with parsley, if desired, before serving.
Notes
- For extra crispy skin, broil the chicken legs for 2–3 minutes at the end of baking.
- You can substitute chicken thighs or wings if preferred, adjusting cooking time accordingly.
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 40 minutes
- Category: Main Course
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: American
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 chicken leg
- Calories: 230
- Sugar: 0g
- Sodium: 420mg
- Fat: 15g
- Saturated Fat: 4g
- Unsaturated Fat: 9g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 1g
- Fiber: 0g
- Protein: 21g
- Cholesterol: 90mg
