Low Fat Herb-Roasted Baked Chicken Leg Quarters
Elevate your weeknight dinner routine with this flavor-packed **Low Fat Herb-Roasted Baked Chicken Leg Quarters** recipe! This dish combines tender, juicy chicken leg quarters with a fragrant herb marinade made from fresh rosemary, thyme, parsley, and garlic, complemented by a zesty touch of lemon. Oven-roasted to golden perfection, the chicken has a crisp, flavorful skin while remaining moist and lean—a perfect choice for anyone seeking a lighter take on comfort food. With just 15 minutes of prep time, this recipe is both beginner-friendly and effortlessly elegant. Pair it with a vibrant green salad or your favorite low-fat side dish for a wholesome, satisfying meal. Ideal for health-conscious diners and home cooks who crave bold, herbaceous flavors!
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Recipe Information
Ingredients
- 4 pieces Chicken leg quarters
- 2 tablespoons Olive oil
- 4 cloves Garlic
- 2 tablespoons Fresh rosemary
- 2 tablespoons Fresh thyme
- 2 tablespoons Fresh parsley
- 1 whole Lemon
- 1 teaspoon Salt
- 0.5 teaspoon Black pepper
Instructions
Preheat your oven to 400°F (200°C).
Pat the chicken leg quarters dry with paper towels to remove any excess moisture.
In a small bowl, combine the olive oil, minced garlic cloves, chopped fresh rosemary, thyme, parsley, zest of the lemon, salt, and black pepper. Mix everything together to create the herb marinade.
Rub the herb marinade evenly over each chicken leg quarter, ensuring the mixture is under the skin and over the surface for maximum flavor.
Place the chicken leg quarters skin-side up on a baking sheet lined with parchment paper or a lightly oiled baking dish.
Cut the lemon in half and squeeze the juice over the chicken leg quarters, enhancing the citrusy flavor.
Roast in the preheated oven for 50 minutes, or until the skin becomes golden brown and the internal temperature reaches 165°F (75°C).
Let the chicken rest for about 5 minutes after removing it from the oven to allow the juices to redistribute.
Serve the herb-roasted chicken with your favorite low-fat side dish or a simple green salad for a complete meal.
Nutrition Facts
Calories |
2508 | ||
|---|---|---|---|
% Daily Value* |
|||
| Total Fat | 183.4 g | 235% | |
| Saturated Fat | 47.4 g | 237% | |
| Polyunsaturated Fat | 2.7 g | ||
| Cholesterol | 930 mg | 310% | |
| Sodium | 3191 mg | 139% | |
| Total Carbohydrate | 11.3 g | 4% | |
| Dietary Fiber | 3.1 g | 11% | |
| Total Sugars | 1.7 g | ||
| Protein | 181.9 g | 364% | |
| Vitamin D | 1.2 mcg | 6% | |
| Calcium | 179 mg | 14% | |
| Iron | 13.0 mg | 72% | |
| Potassium | 2126 mg | 45% | |
*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.
