Chicken legs baked with lemon
6 servings
30 minutes
Lemon-baked chicken legs are a dish that combines the tenderness of meat with the refreshing tartness of citrus. It comes from Chinese cuisine, where harmony of flavors plays an important role. Lemon zest and dry white wine give the chicken an exquisite aroma, while butter makes it especially juicy. Parsley and garlic add spicy notes, and spices deepen the flavor. This dish is perfect for both family dinners and festive gatherings, showcasing the richness of Chinese culinary traditions. Serve with rice or vegetables to enhance the sophistication of the taste.
1
Wash and dry the chicken legs, lemon, and parsley.
- Parsley: 1 bunch
- Chicken drumstick: 6 pieces
- Lemon: 1 piece
2
Grate the lemon zest, chop the parsley. Cut the lemon into 6 pieces.
- Lemon: 1 piece
3
In a small container, mix parsley, lemon zest, vegetable oil, dry or crushed garlic, salt, and pepper. Rub this mixture on the chicken legs.
- Parsley: 1 bunch
- Lemon: 1 piece
- Vegetable oil: 3 tablespoons
- Garlic: 4 cloves
- Salt: pinch
- Ground black pepper: pinch
- Khmeli-suneli: pinch
4
Place the chicken on a baking sheet lined with foil, add pieces of butter, and pour everything with white wine. Bake at 200 degrees for about 30 minutes or until golden brown.
- Chicken drumstick: 6 pieces
- Butter: 75 g
- Dry white wine: 50 ml