BBQ Chicken Legs
5 servings
45 minutes
BBQ chicken legs are a fragrant and juicy dish infused with rich spices and a tangy sauce. Its roots trace back to European culinary traditions where meat is cooked in the oven to retain its tenderness. The BBQ sauce with onions, tomatoes, and spices adds a rich flavor with a hint of acidity and smoky notes. The chicken turns golden brown with a crispy skin while remaining juicy inside. It's an ideal choice for a cozy dinner or festive gathering. Serve with a side of fresh vegetables or potatoes to highlight the richness of flavors. BBQ legs combine simplicity in preparation with restaurant elegance, making them a favorite dish for any occasion.
1
Melt butter in a baking dish and add a little vegetable oil.
- Butter: 50 g
- Vegetable oil: to taste
2
Rub the chicken thighs with salt and place them in a dish. Bake in the oven for 15 minutes at 200 degrees.
- Salt: to taste
- Chicken leg quarters: 5 piece
3
While the chicken is frying, sauté the chopped onion (for 3 minutes). Add the remaining ingredients, mix, and keep on low heat for 5 minutes. Pour over the chicken thighs and fry for another 20 minutes, turning once. Occasionally baste with the sauce while cooking.
- Onion: 1 head
- Tomatoes: 2 pieces
- Ketchup: 2 tablespoons
- Ground black pepper: to taste
- Garlic: to taste
- Khmeli-suneli: to taste
