Low Carb Grilled Chicken Legs
Elevate your next barbecue or weeknight dinner with these delicious Low Carb Grilled Chicken Legs that are packed with bold, smoky flavor and keto-friendly seasoning. This easy-to-follow recipe combines juicy chicken legs with a zesty marinade of olive oil, garlic, onion powder, paprika, and a hint of lemon juice for a perfectly balanced taste. After a quick prep and marination, the chicken is grilled to golden perfection, resulting in crispy skin and tender, flavorful meat. Ready in just 40 minutes, these protein-packed chicken legs are ideal for low-carb diets and pair beautifully with wholesome sides like steamed vegetables or a fresh garden salad. Impress family and guests with this satisfying, healthy dish that’s as simple as it is mouthwatering!
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Recipe Information
Ingredients
- 4 pieces Chicken legs
- 2 tablespoons Olive oil
- 1 teaspoon Paprika
- 1 teaspoon Garlic powder
- 1 teaspoon Onion powder
- 1 teaspoon Dried oregano
- 0.5 teaspoon Salt
- 0.5 teaspoon Ground black pepper
- 1 tablespoon Lemon juice
Instructions
Rinse the chicken legs under cold water and pat them dry with paper towels.
In a large bowl, combine olive oil, paprika, garlic powder, onion powder, dried oregano, salt, black pepper, and lemon juice. Mix well to create a marinade.
Add the chicken legs to the bowl, tossing them to ensure they are fully coated with the marinade. Let them marinate for at least 15 minutes, or up to 2 hours in the refrigerator for a deeper flavor.
Preheat your grill to medium-high heat, approximately 400°F (200°C). If using a charcoal grill, make sure the coals are ashed over.
Lightly oil the grill grates to prevent sticking.
Place the marinated chicken legs on the grill. Cook for about 25-30 minutes, turning occasionally to ensure even grilling, until the chicken internal temperature reaches 165°F (75°C).
Once cooked, remove the chicken legs from the grill and let them rest for 5 minutes before serving.
Serve the grilled chicken legs hot with your choice of low-carb sides, like steamed vegetables or a fresh garden salad.
Nutrition Facts
Calories |
1112 | ||
|---|---|---|---|
% Daily Value* |
|||
| Total Fat | 80.8 g | 104% | |
| Saturated Fat | 19.1 g | 96% | |
| Polyunsaturated Fat | 2.7 g | ||
| Cholesterol | 454 mg | 151% | |
| Sodium | 1630 mg | 71% | |
| Total Carbohydrate | 7.6 g | 3% | |
| Dietary Fiber | 2.1 g | 8% | |
| Total Sugars | 0.7 g | ||
| Protein | 85.0 g | 170% | |
| Vitamin D | 0.0 mcg | 0% | |
| Calcium | 79 mg | 6% | |
| Iron | 6.0 mg | 33% | |
| Potassium | 1033 mg | 22% | |
*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.
