For extra crispy skin, pat the chicken thoroughly dry before seasoning. Feel free to experiment with different spice blends! A touch of cayenne pepper adds a nice kick. Make sure your oven is fully preheated for even cooking.
Baked Chicken Leg Quarters
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PREP TIME10 mins
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COOK TIME50 mins
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TOTAL TIME1 hrs 5 mins
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SERVING5 People
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VIEWS108
Elevate your weeknight dinner with these succulent baked chicken leg quarters! Bone-in chicken is seasoned with a smoky-garlic spice blend and brushed with butter, then baked to golden-brown perfection. Simple, satisfying, and bursting with flavor, this is a recipe the whole family will love.
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Nutrition
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Carbohydrate2 g
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Cholesterol221 mg
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Fiber1 g
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Protein42 g
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Saturated Fat16 g
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Sodium571 mg
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Fat40 g
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Unsaturated Fat0 g
DIRECTIONS
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01 Step
Recipe View 5 mins Preheat the oven to 425 degrees F (218 degrees C). Line a sheet pan with aluminum foil. (5 minutes)
02 Step
Recipe View 2 mins In a small bowl, whisk together the smoked paprika, granulated garlic, onion powder, salt, and black pepper. (2 minutes)
03 Step
Recipe View 10 mins 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 under the skin, using a fingertip to spread the seasoning around. Brush both sides of each leg quarter with melted butter. (10 minutes)
04 Step
Recipe View 3 mins Evenly sprinkle the remaining spice mixture on both sides of each quarter. Place the quarters, cut side up, onto the prepared sheet pan. (3 minutes)
05 Step
Recipe View 40 mins 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). (40 minutes)
06 Step
Recipe View 8 mins 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). (8 minutes)
07 Step
Recipe View 5 mins Transfer chicken leg quarters to a serving plate. Tent with foil and let rest for 5 minutes before serving. (5 minutes)
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Mohamed Jacobi
Apr 25, 2025The spice blend is fantastic! I've already made this recipe several times and it's always a hit.
Arturo Schneider
Apr 10, 2025I loved how easy this was to make. Perfect for a busy weeknight!
Elody Rutherford
Nov 24, 2024This recipe is a winner! My family devoured the chicken. The skin was perfectly crispy, and the meat was juicy and flavorful.