Baked Chicken Legs

Ingrédients

• 4 12 ounces skin-in, bone-in chicken legs
• 2 tablespoons extra-virgin olive oil
• 1 teaspoon garlic powder
• 1 teaspoon paprika
• 1/2 teaspoon dried thyme
• 1/2 teaspoon dried rosemary
• 1/2 teaspoon sea salt
• 1/4 teaspoon freshly cracked black pepper
• 2 cups fresh basil leaves
• 1/3 cup grated Parmesan cheese
• 1/4 cup pine nuts
• 2 cloves garlic (minced)
• 1/4 cup extra virgin olive oil
• Sea salt (to taste)
• Freshly cracked black pepper (to taste)

Préparation

1. 1

   Heat your oven to 400°F (200°C).

2. 2

   Mix together garlic powder, paprika, dried thyme, rosemary, salt, and black pepper in a small bowl.

3. 3

   Dry the chicken legs with a paper towel so the seasoning sticks better.

4. 4

   Rub them with olive oil.

5. 5

   Sprinkle the spice mix all over the chicken legs, making sure to cover every side. Rub the spices into the meat with your hands for more flavor.

6. 6

   Put them on a lined baking sheet.

7. 7

   Bake for 40-45 minutes until they reach an internal temperature of 165°F (75°C). The skin should be crispy and golden.

8. 8

   Take the juicy chicken legs out of the oven and let them sit for a few minutes before serving.