Hand to Mouth Chicken Legs
Get ready to savor the bold, smoky flavors of "Hand to Mouth Chicken Legs" – a recipe that’s as effortless as it is irresistible. These juicy, oven-roasted chicken legs are coated in a zesty marinade of olive oil, lemon juice, garlic, and honey, then enhanced with earthy spices like paprika, cumin, and oregano. The result? Perfectly crispy, golden skin and tender, flavor-infused meat that’s impossible to resist. Ready in just 45 minutes, this easy weeknight dinner is ideal for feeding a hungry crowd. Garnished with fresh parsley and served with lemon wedges, it’s the ultimate finger food for any occasion. Whether paired with your favorite sides or enjoyed solo, these flavorful chicken legs will have everyone licking their fingers clean! Searching for simple, flavorful chicken recipes? This is the one you’ve been craving!
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Recipe Information
Ingredients
- 8 pieces chicken legs
- 3 tablespoons olive oil
- 2 tablespoons lemon juice
- 4 cloves garlic cloves, minced
- 2 teaspoons paprika
- 1 teaspoon ground cumin
- 1 teaspoon dried oregano
- 1.5 teaspoons salt
- 1 teaspoon black pepper
- 1 tablespoon honey
- 2 tablespoons fresh parsley, chopped (for garnish)
- 4 pieces lemon wedges (for serving)
Instructions
Preheat your oven to 400°F (200°C). Line a baking sheet with aluminum foil or parchment paper for easy cleanup.
Pat the chicken legs dry with a paper towel and place them in a large mixing bowl.
In a small bowl, whisk together olive oil, lemon juice, minced garlic, paprika, cumin, oregano, salt, black pepper, and honey until well combined.
Pour the marinade over the chicken legs, ensuring each piece is evenly coated. You can use your hands or tongs to massage the marinade into the chicken.
Arrange the marinated chicken legs on the prepared baking sheet in a single layer with a little space between each piece.
Roast the chicken legs in the preheated oven for 35 minutes, turning halfway through cooking to ensure they are evenly browned. The internal temperature should reach 165°F (74°C).
Once cooked, remove the baking sheet from the oven and let the chicken rest for 5 minutes.
Transfer the chicken legs to a serving platter. Sprinkle with fresh parsley and serve with lemon wedges for an extra burst of flavor.
Enjoy your Hand to Mouth Chicken Legs with your favorite side dishes or as a standalone treat!
Nutrition Facts
Calories |
2168 | ||
|---|---|---|---|
% Daily Value* |
|||
| Total Fat | 148.2 g | 190% | |
| Saturated Fat | 36.0 g | 180% | |
| Polyunsaturated Fat | 4.0 g | ||
| Cholesterol | 907 mg | 302% | |
| Sodium | 4441 mg | 193% | |
| Total Carbohydrate | 34.9 g | 13% | |
| Dietary Fiber | 5.6 g | 20% | |
| Total Sugars | 21.5 g | ||
| Protein | 170.4 g | 341% | |
| Vitamin D | 0.0 mcg | 0% | |
| Calcium | 193 mg | 15% | |
| Iron | 13.4 mg | 74% | |
| Potassium | 2227 mg | 47% | |
*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.
