Chicken legs in the oven

4 servings

40 minutes

Oven-baked chicken legs are a juicy and aromatic dish infused with the warmth of spices and the tenderness of roasted meat. The recipe originates from home cooking, where simplicity and flavor richness play key roles. A mixture of mustard and olive oil makes the meat tender, while paprika, sumac, and garlic add spicy depth. The contrast of flavors—light spiciness from chili pepper and velvety smokiness from paprika—creates a unique taste balance. The baked legs are covered with an appetizing golden crust that retains the juices inside. This dish is perfect for both family dinners and festive gatherings, pairing well with light sides and fresh vegetables.

Energy value per serving

• Calories: 523.9
• Proteins: 44g
• Fats: 35.7g
• Carbohydrates: 8.4g

Ingredients

• Chicken legs: 1 kg
• Olive oil: 1 tbsp
• Mustard oil: 1 tbsp
• Ground dried garlic: 2 tbsp
• Paprika: 1 tbsp
• Sumac: 1 tbsp
• Ground chili pepper: to taste
• Sea salt: to taste
• Ground black pepper: to taste

Cooking steps

1. Marinate the legs with mustard and olive oil.

   Required ingredients:

   • Mustard oil: 1 tablespoon
   • Olive oil: 1 tablespoon

2. Season with ground garlic.

   Required ingredients:

   • Ground dried garlic: 2 tablespoons

3. Add paprika.

   Required ingredients:

   • Paprika: 1 tablespoon

4. To salt.

   Required ingredients:

   • Sea salt:  to taste

5. Add pepper.

   Required ingredients:

   • Ground black pepper:  to taste

6. Add sumac.

   Required ingredients:

   • Sumac: 1 tablespoon

7. Season with chili pepper.

   Required ingredients:

   • Ground chili pepper:  to taste

8. Mix well and place in a baking dish lined with foil.

9. Send to a preheated oven at 180 degrees for 20 minutes. Then increase the temperature to 200 degrees and bake for another 10 minutes.

10. Transfer to a plate and serve.