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Baked Chicken Leg Quarters Recipes

These baked chicken leg quarters recipes use a simple spice rub and a hot oven to deliver crispy skin and juicy meat every time. This method for oven baked chicken hindquarters is budget-friendly, naturally low-carb, and perfect for busy weeknight dinners or easy meal prep.
Prep Time 10 minutes
Cook Time 45 minutes
Total Time 55 minutes

Ingredients
  

  • 4 chicken leg quarters patted dry
  • 2 tbsp olive oil
  • 1 tbsp paprika
  • 2 tsp garlic powder
  • 1 tsp onion powder
  • 1 tsp dried thyme
  • 1 1/2 tsp salt
  • 1/2 tsp black pepper
  • 1/4 tsp cayenne optional

Method
 

  1. Preheat oven to 425°F.
  2. Pat chicken dry and place on a wire rack over a baking sheet.
  3. Mix the spices, then rub chicken with oil and seasoning.
  4. Bake for 40-45 minutes until golden brown and 165°F internally.
  5. Rest 5-10 minutes before serving.

Notes

The first time I tried baking chicken leg quarters, I skipped the wire rack and ended up with soggy skin on the bottom. Huge mistake. Now I never skip it. That little bit of airflow underneath makes all the difference between good and great oven baked chicken hindquarters.
Servings: 4
Course: Main Course
Cuisine: American
Calories: 320