Spiced Chicken Legs with Mango Salad
Elevate your weeknight dinner game with these Spiced Chicken Legs with Mango Salad—an irresistible blend of bold, smoky flavors and refreshing tropical zest. Tender chicken legs are coated in a mouthwatering mix of garlic powder, paprika, ground cumin, and coriander, then roasted to golden perfection. Paired with a vibrant mango salad featuring crisp cucumber, sweet red bell pepper, and tangy lime-cilantro dressing, this dish strikes the perfect harmony between savory and fresh. Ready in under an hour, it's a quick, healthy dinner that’s as visually stunning as it is delicious. Perfect for summer gatherings or an exotic twist to your family meals, this recipe is simple, satisfying, and packed with flavor.
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Recipe Information
Ingredients
- 4 pieces Chicken legs
- 2 tablespoons Olive oil
- 1 teaspoon Garlic powder
- 1 teaspoon Paprika
- 1 teaspoon Ground cumin
- 0.5 teaspoons Ground coriander
- 1 teaspoon Salt
- 0.5 teaspoons Black pepper
- 1 medium Mango (ripe)
- 1 medium Red bell pepper
- 1 small Cucumber
- 0.5 medium Red onion
- 1 medium Lime (juice)
- 2 tablespoons Fresh cilantro
- 1 teaspoon Honey
- 0.25 teaspoons Salt (for salad)
- 0.25 teaspoons Black pepper (for salad)
Instructions
Preheat your oven to 400°F (200°C). Line a baking sheet with parchment paper or foil for easy cleanup.
In a small bowl, mix together the olive oil, garlic powder, paprika, cumin, coriander, salt, and black pepper.
Pat the chicken legs dry with a paper towel, then rub the spice mixture evenly over each piece.
Place the spiced chicken legs on the prepared baking sheet and bake for 35-40 minutes, or until the internal temperature reaches 165°F (74°C) and the skin is crispy and golden brown.
While the chicken is baking, prepare the mango salad. Peel and dice the mango into small cubes. Dice the red bell pepper and cucumber, and finely slice the red onion.
In a medium mixing bowl, combine the mango, red bell pepper, cucumber, and red onion.
In a small bowl, whisk together lime juice, chopped cilantro, honey, salt, and black pepper to make the dressing.
Pour the dressing over the mango mixture and toss to combine. Adjust the seasoning if needed.
Once the chicken is done, let it rest for 5 minutes before serving. Plate the chicken legs alongside the mango salad and enjoy your meal!
Nutrition Facts
Calories |
1341 | ||
|---|---|---|---|
% Daily Value* |
|||
| Total Fat | 82.9 g | 106% | |
| Saturated Fat | 19.5 g | 98% | |
| Polyunsaturated Fat | 2.7 g | ||
| Cholesterol | 454 mg | 151% | |
| Sodium | 3378 mg | 147% | |
| Total Carbohydrate | 61.8 g | 22% | |
| Dietary Fiber | 9.7 g | 35% | |
| Total Sugars | 43.1 g | ||
| Protein | 89.8 g | 180% | |
| Vitamin D | 0.0 mcg | 0% | |
| Calcium | 159 mg | 12% | |
| Iron | 9.0 mg | 50% | |
| Potassium | 1948 mg | 41% | |
*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.
