Simple Baked Chicken Legs

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We have some family members who love chicken legs, and every now and then, I have enough to treat them. This recipe starts with a simple salt water brine that makes them tender and juicy and removes discoloration that is sometimes found along the bone. Season it up with Italian flavors, as suggested, or use your own favorite combo!

Submitted by Bibi

Published on March 3, 2022

Prep Time:

15 mins

Cook Time:

35 mins

Additional Time:

1 hr

Total Time:

1 hr 50 mins

Servings:

4

Yield:

4 servings

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Ingredients

1 ½ pounds chicken legs
4 cups water
2 tablespoons kosher salt
¼ cup garlic-infused olive oil
2 tablespoons chopped fresh rosemary
freshly ground black pepper to taste
1 sprig fresh rosemary (Optional)

Directions

Place chicken legs in a medium bowl.
Stir water and salt together in a separate bowl until salt dissolves. Pour salt water over the chicken legs, cover, and refrigerate for at least 1 hour, or up to 24 hours.
When ready to cook, preheat the oven to 375 degrees F (190 degrees C). Grease a pan large enough to accommodate the chicken legs without crowding them, about 8-inch square.
Drain chicken legs and pat dry. Coat with oil, then sprinkle both sides with rosemary and pepper. Place in the prepared pan.
Bake in the preheated oven until no longer pink at the bone and the juices run clear, 35 to 40 minutes, turning halfway through. An instant-read thermometer inserted near the bone should read 165 degrees F (74 degrees C).
Arrange on a platter and garnish with rosemary sprig. Serve warm.

Editor's Note:

Nutrition data for this recipe includes the full amount of brine ingredients. The actual amount of brine consumed will vary.

Nutrition Facts (per serving)

440	Calories
34g	Fat
0g	Carbs
31g	Protein

Nutrition Facts
Servings Per Recipe 4
Calories 440
% Daily Value *
Total Fat 34g	44%
Saturated Fat 7g	36%
Cholesterol 141mg	47%
Sodium 3022mg	131%
Total Carbohydrate 0g	0%
Dietary Fiber 0g	0%
Protein 31g	62%
Potassium 345mg	7%

* Percent Daily Values are based on a 2,000 calorie diet. Your daily values may be higher or lower depending on your calorie needs.

** Nutrient information is not available for all ingredients. Amount is based on available nutrient data.

(-) Information is not currently available for this nutrient. If you are following a medically restrictive diet, please consult your doctor or registered dietitian before preparing this recipe for personal consumption.

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