Chicken

Lemon Herb Roasted Chicken Legs

Name: Lemon Herb Roasted Chicken Legs
Total time: 55 min
Yield: 4
Ingredients: 8 chicken drumsticks; 3 lemons (2 juiced, 1 sliced); 5 cloves garlic, smashed; 3 tbsp olive oil; 2 tsp dried oregano; 1 tsp dried thyme; 1 tsp paprika; 1 tsp kosher salt; 1/2 tsp black pepper; 1 cup chicken broth; Fresh parsley to finish

⏱ 55 min👤 Serves 4

Instructions

Preheat oven to 400°F. Combine olive oil, lemon juice, garlic, oregano, thyme, paprika, salt, and pepper in a bowl. Add chicken legs and toss to coat. Let marinate 30 minutes at room temperature if you have time, or go straight to the oven.
Arrange chicken in a roasting pan in a single layer. Pour broth around (not over) the chicken. Tuck lemon slices around the pan.
Roast 40-45 minutes until skin is golden and crispy and juices run clear. Baste once halfway through with the pan juices.
Rest 5 minutes. Serve with the pan juices spooned over top and fresh parsley.

Notes

Chicken legs are incredibly forgiving — they actually get better and juicier the longer they cook, making them perfect for beginner cooks.

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