Heart-Healthy Herb-Infused Baked Chicken Leg Quarters
Elevate your weeknight dinner game with these Heart-Healthy Herb-Infused Baked Chicken Leg Quarters! This simple, wholesome recipe brings together tender, juicy chicken infused with a fragrant blend of fresh rosemary, thyme, parsley, and zesty lemon. Marinated in heart-friendly olive oil and baked to perfection, this dish combines bold flavors with minimal effort. With a prep time of just 15 minutes, this oven-baked chicken is not only easy to make but also a nutritious, low-fat alternative to fried options. Perfect for busy families or those seeking a healthy yet delicious meal, these herbaceous chicken quarters pair wonderfully with steamed vegetables or whole-grain sides. Indulge guilt-free and enjoy restaurant-quality flavor right at home!
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Recipe Information
Ingredients
- 4 pieces Chicken leg quarters
- 2 tablespoons Olive oil
- 3 cloves Garlic cloves, minced
- 1 tablespoon Fresh rosemary, chopped
- 1 tablespoon Fresh thyme, chopped
- 2 tablespoons Fresh parsley, chopped
- 2 tablespoons Lemon juice
- 1 teaspoon Lemon zest
- 1 teaspoon Salt
- 0.5 teaspoon Black pepper
Instructions
Preheat your oven to 400°F (200°C).
Pat dry the chicken leg quarters with a paper towel and place them in a large baking dish.
In a small bowl, combine olive oil, minced garlic, rosemary, thyme, parsley, lemon juice, lemon zest, salt, and black pepper. Mix well to create a herb-infused marinade.
Pour the herb marinade over the chicken, rubbing it into the skin and ensuring even coverage.
Allow the chicken to marinate for at least 15 minutes to absorb the flavors. For deeper flavor, refrigerate and marinate for up to 2 hours.
Place the baking dish in the preheated oven and bake for 45 minutes or until the chicken reaches an internal temperature of 165°F (74°C) and the skin is golden and crisp.
Remove the chicken from the oven and let it rest for 5 minutes before serving.
Serve the chicken leg quarters hot, garnished with additional fresh parsley if desired.
Nutrition Facts
Calories |
2493 | ||
|---|---|---|---|
% Daily Value* |
|||
| Total Fat | 183.2 g | 235% | |
| Saturated Fat | 47.4 g | 237% | |
| Polyunsaturated Fat | 2.7 g | ||
| Cholesterol | 930 mg | 310% | |
| Sodium | 3187 mg | 139% | |
| Total Carbohydrate | 7.6 g | 3% | |
| Dietary Fiber | 1.6 g | 6% | |
| Total Sugars | 0.9 g | ||
| Protein | 181.1 g | 362% | |
| Vitamin D | 1.2 mcg | 6% | |
| Calcium | 159 mg | 12% | |
| Iron | 12.4 mg | 69% | |
| Potassium | 2064 mg | 44% | |
*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.
