Roast Chicken Legs with Basil and Garlic Core Ww Friendly
Savor the irresistible flavors of these Roast Chicken Legs with Basil and Garlic—a Weight Watchers (WW) friendly dish that's as wholesome as it is delicious. Featuring tender chicken legs infused with a zesty marinade of fresh basil, minced garlic, lemon juice, and a hint of paprika, this recipe effortlessly combines simple ingredients for bold, herbaceous flavors. With only 10 minutes of prep and a quick roast in the oven, the chicken emerges golden-brown with irresistibly crispy skin. Perfect for busy weeknights or elegant dinners, this dish pairs beautifully with roasted vegetables or a crisp green salad, making it a satisfying, health-conscious meal option. Rich in protein and low in fuss, this easy-to-make recipe is your go-to for mouthwatering comfort with a nutritious twist.
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Recipe Information
Ingredients
- 4 Chicken legs (drumstick and thigh attached)
- 2 tablespoons Fresh basil leaves, chopped
- 4 Garlic cloves, minced
- 1 tablespoon Olive oil
- 1 tablespoon Fresh lemon juice
- 1 teaspoon Salt
- 0.5 teaspoon Black pepper
- 0.5 teaspoon Paprika
- 1 spray Cooking spray
Instructions
Preheat your oven to 400°F (200°C).
Line a baking sheet with aluminum foil or parchment paper and lightly coat it with cooking spray.
In a small bowl, mix together the chopped basil, minced garlic, olive oil, lemon juice, salt, black pepper, and paprika to create a marinade.
Pat the chicken legs dry with paper towels to ensure crispy skin, then rub the marinade all over the chicken legs, making sure to coat them evenly.
Place the chicken legs on the prepared baking sheet, skin side up.
Roast the chicken in the preheated oven for 35-40 minutes or until the internal temperature reaches 165°F (74°C) when measured with a meat thermometer.
For extra crispy skin, broil the chicken on high for an additional 2-3 minutes, watching carefully to avoid burning.
Remove the chicken from the oven and let it rest for 5 minutes before serving.
Serve warm with your favorite side dishes, such as roasted vegetables or a fresh green salad, for a complete and WW-friendly meal.
Nutrition Facts
Calories |
1016 | ||
|---|---|---|---|
% Daily Value* |
|||
| Total Fat | 74.4 g | 95% | |
| Saturated Fat | 19.0 g | 95% | |
| Polyunsaturated Fat | 1.3 g | ||
| Cholesterol | 360 mg | 120% | |
| Sodium | 2644 mg | 115% | |
| Total Carbohydrate | 6.5 g | 2% | |
| Dietary Fiber | 1.2 g | 4% | |
| Total Sugars | 0.5 g | ||
| Protein | 73.2 g | 146% | |
| Vitamin D | 0.5 mcg | 2% | |
| Calcium | 78 mg | 6% | |
| Iron | 4.7 mg | 26% | |
| Potassium | 994 mg | 21% | |
*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.
