
Crispy Oven-Roasted Chicken Leg Quarters
A flavorful and crispy baked chicken recipe perfect for a weeknight dinner. Easy to prepare and packed with flavor.
Equipment Needed
- Baking sheet
- Oven
- Small bowl
Ingredients
- 4.00 piecesChicken Leg Quarters(Pat dry thoroughly.)
- 4.00 teaspoonsDark Brown Sugar(Adds a touch of sweetness and depth of flavor.)
- 2.00 teaspoonsSmoked Paprika(Provides a smoky flavor.)
- 1.50 teaspoonsKosher Salt(Diamond Crystal recommended.)
- 0.50 teaspoonBlack Pepper(Freshly ground for best flavor.)
- 0.25 teaspoonCayenne Pepper(Adjust to taste for desired heat.)
- 2.00 tablespoonsOlive Oil(For crisping the skin.)
Instructions
Preheat oven to 400°F (200°C).
Estimated time: 10 minutes
In a small bowl, combine brown sugar, paprika, salt, pepper, and cayenne.
Estimated time: 5 minutes
Rub the spice mixture all over the chicken leg quarters.
Estimated time: 5 minutes
Place chicken on a large baking sheet lined with parchment paper, skin-side up.
Estimated time: 2 minutes
Drizzle with olive oil.
Estimated time: 2 minutes
Roast for 45-55 minutes, or until the chicken is cooked through and the skin is golden brown and crispy.
Estimated time: 50 minutes
Baste with pan juices during the last 15 minutes of cooking for extra flavor.
Estimated time: 15 minutes
Let rest for 5 minutes before serving.
Estimated time: 5 minutes
Serve with your favorite sides, like roasted vegetables or mashed potatoes.
Estimated time: 5 minutes
Enjoy!
Estimated time: 1 minutes