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Baked Chicken Legs stacked on top of one another and served on a platter.
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5 from 7 votes

Baked Chicken Legs

Easy Baked Chicken Legs with juicy, tender chicken and crispy, golden skin.
Prep Time5 minutes
Cook Time35 minutes
Total Time40 minutes
Course: Dinner, Main Course
Cuisine: American
Keyword: Baked Chicken Legs, Baked Drumsticks
Servings: 6
Calories: 366kcal
Author: Kelly Anthony

Ingredients

  • 3 - 4 pounds chicken legs
  • 2 teaspoons Kosher salt
  • 1 teaspoon black pepper
  • ¾ teaspoon garlic powder
  • ¼ teaspoon onion powder
  • 2 tablespoons avocado or canola oil
  • 2 teaspoons minced parsley (optional)

Instructions

  • Preheat the oven to 375°. Pat the chicken legs dry with a paper towel and transfer them to a rimmed sheet pan, preferably lined with aluminum foil.
  • Combine Kosher salt, black pepper, garlic powder, and onion powder in a small bowl and stir to combine.
  • Drizzle the drumsticks with oil and sprinkle over the seasoning and parsley. Rub all over each chicken leg to adhere.
  • Bake for 20 minutes. Then, turn each drumstick and continue to bake for 15 minutes more.

Nutrition

Serving: 2chicken legs | Calories: 366kcal | Carbohydrates: 1g | Protein: 25g | Fat: 29g | Saturated Fat: 7g | Cholesterol: 140mg | Sodium: 902mg | Potassium: 306mg | Fiber: 1g | Sugar: 1g | Vitamin A: 139IU | Vitamin C: 1mg | Calcium: 14mg | Iron: 1mg