Chicken Recipe

Servings: 12 servings Difficulty: Intermediate
Crispy-skinned, juicy chicken legs roasted to golden perfection with minimal fuss.
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This simple yet satisfying dish highlights the natural flavor of chicken leg quarters, achieving a beautifully crisp skin and tender, juicy meat inside. By using just a touch of canola oil and high heat, you create a savory main that is perfect for busy weeknights. The minimal ingredient list allows the quality of the chicken to shine, making it a versatile base that pairs well with roasted vegetables or a fresh salad. It’s an easy, home-style comfort food that delivers hearty satisfaction without complicated techniques. Whether you are feeding a small family or just yourself, this recipe offers a reliable, delicious meal that comes together quickly.

Chicken Recipe

Difficulty: Intermediate
Servings: 12 servings Calories: 141.6

Description

This simple yet satisfying dish highlights the natural flavor of chicken leg quarters, achieving a beautifully crisp skin and tender, juicy meat inside. By using just a touch of canola oil and high heat, you create a savory main that is perfect for busy weeknights. The minimal ingredient list allows the quality of the chicken to shine, making it a versatile base that pairs well with roasted vegetables or a fresh salad. It&# 226;ÂÂs an easy, home-style comfort food that delivers hearty satisfaction without complicated techniques. Whether you are feeding a small family or just yourself, this recipe offers a reliable, delicious meal that comes together quickly.

Ingredients

Directions

  1. Pat the chicken leg quarters dry with paper towels to ensure the skin gets crispy.
  2. Heat the canola oil in a large oven-safe skillet over medium-high heat.
  3. Place the chicken pieces skin-side down in the hot skillet.
  4. Cook for 5-7 minutes, undisturbed, until the skin is golden brown and crisp.
  5. Flip the chicken pieces over and continue cooking for another 5 minutes.
  6. Transfer the skillet to a preheated 400ðF (200ðC) oven.
  7. Roast for 25-30 minutes, or until the internal temperature reaches 165ðF (74ðC).
  8. Remove from oven and let rest for 5 minutes before serving.

Nutrition Facts

Servings 12 servings


Amount Per Serving
Calories 141.6kcal
% Daily Value *
Total Fat 8.5g14%
Saturated Fat 1.8g9%
Cholesterol 44.5mg15%
Sodium 41.0mg2%
Total Carbohydrate 0.0g0%
Dietary Fiber 0.0g0%
Sugars 0.0g
Protein 13.5g27%

* Percent Daily Values are based on a 2,000 calorie diet. Your daily value may be higher or lower depending on your calorie needs.

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