Chile Garlic Chicken Legs
Bold and irresistible, these Chile Garlic Chicken Legs are a game-changer for weeknight dinners or weekend gatherings. Juicy chicken legs are infused with a vibrant homemade marinade, blending the heat from fresh red chilies, the robust flavor of garlic, a smoky touch of paprika, and the sweet tang of honey and lime juice. Baked to perfection with a golden, caramelized exterior, this dish offers an effortless balance of spice and savory-sweet goodness. Whether you're marinating for 15 minutes or up to 4 hours, the flavors in this simple yet flavorful recipe are unforgettable. Serve hot, garnished with fresh cilantro, for a standout main dish that's ready in under an hour. Perfect for lovers of bold and spicy chicken recipes, "Chile Garlic Chicken Legs" is your next must-try dish!
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Recipe Information
Ingredients
- 6 pieces Chicken legs
- 3 tablespoons Olive oil
- 6 cloves Garlic cloves
- 2 pieces Fresh red chilies
- 2 tablespoons Soy sauce
- 1 tablespoon Honey
- 1 teaspoon Paprika
- 1 teaspoon Ground cumin
- 1 teaspoon Salt
- 0.5 teaspoon Black pepper
- 1 tablespoon Lime juice
- 2 tablespoons Chopped cilantro (optional, for garnish)
Instructions
Preheat your oven to 400°F (200°C) and line a baking sheet with foil or parchment paper for easy cleanup.
In a food processor or blender, combine the olive oil, garlic cloves, fresh red chilies, soy sauce, honey, paprika, ground cumin, salt, black pepper, and lime juice. Blend until a smooth marinade forms.
Place the chicken legs in a large bowl. Pour the chile garlic marinade over the chicken and toss to coat evenly. Let the chicken marinate for at least 15 minutes at room temperature, or up to 4 hours in the refrigerator for deeper flavor.
Transfer the marinated chicken legs to the prepared baking sheet, arranging them in a single layer with a bit of space between each piece.
Bake in the preheated oven for 35-40 minutes, flipping the chicken legs halfway through cooking, until they are golden brown and the internal temperature reaches 165°F (74°C).
For an extra-charred exterior, switch to the broiler setting for the last 2-3 minutes of cooking, keeping a close watch to avoid burning.
Remove the chicken legs from the oven and let them rest for 5 minutes. Garnish with chopped cilantro if desired and serve immediately.
Nutrition Facts
Calories |
1762 | ||
|---|---|---|---|
% Daily Value* |
|||
| Total Fat | 121.5 g | 156% | |
| Saturated Fat | 28.6 g | 143% | |
| Polyunsaturated Fat | 4.0 g | ||
| Cholesterol | 680 mg | 227% | |
| Sodium | 4192 mg | 182% | |
| Total Carbohydrate | 32.6 g | 12% | |
| Dietary Fiber | 3.0 g | 11% | |
| Total Sugars | 19.2 g | ||
| Protein | 131.2 g | 262% | |
| Vitamin D | 0.0 mcg | 0% | |
| Calcium | 148 mg | 11% | |
| Iron | 10.5 mg | 58% | |
| Potassium | 1834 mg | 39% | |
*The % Daily Value tells you how much a nutrient in a serving of food contributes to a daily diet. 2,000 calories a day is used for general nutrition advice.
