Best 2 Crispy Baked Chicken Leg Quarters Very Easy One Dish Recipes

Crispy baked chicken leg quarters are a delicious and easy-to-make dish that can be enjoyed by people of all ages. Whether you're looking for a quick and easy weeknight dinner or a dish to impress your friends and family, crispy baked chicken leg quarters are sure to satisfy. This article will provide you with a simple and straightforward recipe for crispy baked chicken leg quarters that will have you enjoying this tasty dish in no time.

Here are our top 2 tried and tested recipes!

CRISPY BAKED CHICKEN LEG QUARTERS (VERY EASY, ONE DISH)

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This is one that I adapted from Recipe #199636 after I scored 4 huge chicken leg quarters on sale. ($0.39 a pound!). I added a few things and adjusted the cooking time and temp to to what worked for me. The skin got SO crispy and the chicken was moist and retained the flavors. It also fell off the bone. I hope you enjoy! UPDATE 11/13/15: THANK YOU for all of the great reviews! I am so glad it's such a hit! Make sure you check out the reviews for some other ideas on how to switch it up a little (but the original is still my personal favorite).

Provided by PSU Lioness

Categories One Dish Meal

Time 1h30m

Yield 4 serving(s)

Number Of Ingredients 5

Ingredients

4 skin-on chicken leg quarters, with bone
1/2 cup soy sauce, divided
1 teaspoon garlic powder, divided
1 teaspoon seasoning salt, divided
1 teaspoon dill weed, divided

Steps:

Preheat oven to 375.
Line a large glass baking dish with foil. You can also add a baking rack to the pan to keep the chicken out of the grease and to help air circulate and make it crispier.
Remove excess fat from chicken quarters.
Separate the skin from the chicken, taking care that the skin stays attached at most points on the chicken. (You just want a flap. Do not remove the skin).
Brush the chicken (under the skin) with soy sauce.
Sprinkle some garlic powder, seasoned salt and dill weed on the chicken under the skin (I estimated the 1 tsp measures. Use as much or as little as you're comfortable with) and rub into the chicken.
Arrange the leg quarters in the pan, skin side up, taking care not to crowd. They need space to cook properly.
Brush both sides of the leg quarters with soy sauce.
Sprinkle the skin with garlic powder, seasoned salt and dill weed (to taste).
Place on middle rack in over and bake uncovered for an hour.
After an hour, increase oven temp to 400 and bake 15 minutes.
Chicken is done when internal temp reaches 165 (insert meat thermometer at thickest part of thigh, taking care not to touch the bone).
Let stand for 5 minutes before serving.

CRISPY BAKED CHICKEN LEGS

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Crispy baked chicken legs inspired by my daughter, Ivy. This is fast and easy.

Provided by Fernandes

Time 50m

Yield 8

Number Of Ingredients 6

Ingredients

4 pounds chicken legs
2 tablespoons chili powder
1 tablespoon garlic powder
1 teaspoon cayenne pepper
1 teaspoon Himalayan pink salt
2 tablespoons tamari

Steps:

Preheat the oven to 375 degrees F (190 degrees C).
Place chicken legs in a large bowl. Spread chili powder, garlic powder, cayenne, and salt onto the chicken; pour sauce over top. Mix thoroughly and transfer to a baking sheet.
Bake, uncovered, in the preheated oven until chicken is no longer pink at the bone and the juices run clear, 45 to 50 minutes. An instant-read thermometer inserted near the bone should read 165 degrees F (74 degrees C).

Nutrition Facts : Calories 303.4 calories, Carbohydrate 2.2 g, Cholesterol 142.9 mg, Fat 13.2 g, Fiber 0.9 g, Protein 42 g, SaturatedFat 3.5 g, Sodium 700.8 mg, Sugar 0.5 g

Tips:

To ensure crispy skin, pat the chicken dry with paper towels before seasoning and roasting.
Use a combination of paprika, garlic powder, onion powder, salt, and pepper for a flavorful and classic seasoning blend.
Place the chicken leg quarters on a wire rack set over a baking sheet to allow air to circulate and promote even cooking.
Roast the chicken at a high temperature (425°F) for a short amount of time (30-35 minutes) to achieve crispy skin and juicy meat.
If the chicken starts to brown too quickly, cover it with aluminum foil to prevent burning.
Let the chicken rest for a few minutes before serving to allow the juices to redistribute.

Conclusion:

This recipe for crispy baked chicken leg quarters is an easy and delicious way to enjoy this versatile cut of chicken. With just a few simple ingredients and a short amount of cooking time, you can have a flavorful and satisfying meal that the whole family will love. Serve the chicken with your favorite sides, such as mashed potatoes, roasted vegetables, or a simple green salad. Happy cooking!