Easy Baked Chicken Legs

Ingrédients

• 1 kg (2lb) chicken legs / chicken drumsticks
• 3 tbsp olive oil
• 4 tbsp lemon juice
• 4 garlic cloves (crushed/minced)
• 2 tsp smoked paprika
• 1 tsp chilli flakes
• 2 tsp dried oregano
• 2 tsp dried thyme
• 2 tsp salt
• 1 tsp pepper

Préparation

1. 1

   Combine the olive oil, lemon juice, garlic, herbs and spices in a measuring jug.

2. 2

   Pour the marinade over the chicken and allow to marinade for at least 20 minutes but ideally overnight in the fridge.

3. 3

   Preheat the oven to 200°C/390°F.

4. 4

   Transfer the chicken to a baking dish that is big enough to hold the chicken in a single layer.

5. 5

   Allow the chicken to bake for 20-30 minutes, turning halfway, until the chicken is golden brown and cooked through.

6. 6

   Remove from the oven, allow to rest for 5 minutes then serve.