Paleo Grilled Chicken Legs
Elevate your backyard barbecue with these Paleo Grilled Chicken Legs, a flavorful and healthy option perfect for any occasion. Marinated in a zesty blend of olive oil, lemon juice, minced garlic, smoked paprika, dried herbs, and a touch of cayenne pepper, these chicken legs boast bold, smoky flavors with a hint of heat. The marinade not only tenderizes the meat but infuses every bite with aromatic notes of thyme and rosemary. Grilled to perfection, they achieve a crispy char on the outside while remaining juicy and succulent on the inside. Designed with paleo principles in mind, this recipe is gluten-free, dairy-free, and loaded with clean, wholesome ingredients. Whether served hot alongside your favorite paleo-friendly sides or enjoyed straight off the grill, these chicken legs are sure to become a crowd-pleasing favorite.
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Recipe Information
Ingredients
- 8 chicken legs
- 3 tablespoons olive oil
- 2 tablespoons lemon juice
- 3 garlic cloves, minced
- 2 teaspoons smoked paprika
- 1 teaspoon dried thyme
- 1 teaspoon dried rosemary
- 0.5 teaspoon cayenne pepper
- 1.5 teaspoons sea salt
- 1 teaspoon black pepper
Instructions
In a large bowl, whisk together olive oil, lemon juice, minced garlic, smoked paprika, dried thyme, dried rosemary, cayenne pepper, sea salt, and black pepper to create a marinade.
Add the chicken legs to the bowl, ensuring each piece is evenly coated with the marinade. Cover the bowl and refrigerate for at least 2 hours or overnight for best results.
Preheat your grill to medium-high heat. Once heated, oil the grill grates to prevent the chicken from sticking.
Remove chicken legs from the marinade, allowing any excess marinade to drip off. Discard the marinade.
Place the chicken legs on the grill. Grill for 15 minutes per side or until the internal temperature reaches 165°F (75°C) and the chicken has a nice charred appearance.
Once cooked, remove the chicken legs from the grill and let them rest for 5 minutes before serving.
Serve the Paleo Grilled Chicken Legs hot with your favorite paleo-friendly sides.
Nutrition Facts
Calories |
2078 | ||
|---|---|---|---|
% Daily Value* |
|||
| Total Fat | 147.8 g | 189% | |
| Saturated Fat | 36.0 g | 180% | |
| Polyunsaturated Fat | 4.0 g | ||
| Cholesterol | 907 mg | 302% | |
| Sodium | 4382 mg | 191% | |
| Total Carbohydrate | 10.7 g | 4% | |
| Dietary Fiber | 3.5 g | 12% | |
| Total Sugars | 1.4 g | ||
| Protein | 169.2 g | 338% | |
| Vitamin D | 0.0 mcg | 0% | |
| Calcium | 133 mg | 10% | |
| Iron | 11.7 mg | 65% | |
| Potassium | 2020 mg | 43% | |
*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.
