Savory Baked Chicken Leg Quarters for Easy Weeknight Dinners

This flavorful Baked Chicken Leg Quarters recipe is perfect for easy weeknight dinners.

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Prep Time 15

Cook Time 45

Resting Time 10

Total Time 1 10

Servings: 4 leg quarters

Course: Lunch

Cuisine: American

Calories: 350

Ingredients Equipment Method Nutrition Notes

Ingredients

For the Chicken

4 pieces Chicken Leg Quarters This dark meat offers incredible tenderness and flavor.
3 tablespoons Olive Oil Can substitute with any neutral cooking oil.
1 large Lemon (thinly sliced) Adds brightness and moisture.
2 tablespoons Lemon Juice Helps tenderize the chicken.
2 teaspoons Italian Seasoning Feel free to use oregano or herbs de Provence.
1 teaspoon Smoked Paprika Regular paprika can easily replace this.
1 teaspoon Lemon Zest Enhances the citrus undertone.
1 teaspoon Garlic Powder Fresh minced garlic can be used.
to taste Salt Essential seasoning.
to taste Pepper Essential seasoning.

For the Potatoes

4 medium Medium Potatoes Cut into quarters for even cooking.

Equipment

rimmed sheet pan
Small mixing bowl

Method

Step-by-Step Instructions

Preheat your oven to 425°F (220°C).
Wash and cut the medium potatoes into quarters and place them in a single layer on a rimmed sheet pan.
In a small bowl, whisk together olive oil, lemon juice, Italian seasoning, smoked paprika, lemon zest, garlic powder, salt, and pepper.
Coat each chicken leg quarter in the marinade and arrange them on the same sheet pan as the potatoes.
Layer thinly sliced lemon on top of each chicken leg quarter.
Bake for 40-45 minutes until internal temperature reaches 165°F (74°C).
Remove from the oven and let the chicken leg quarters rest for 5-10 minutes before serving.

Nutrition

Serving: 1leg quarterCalories: 350kcalCarbohydrates: 20gProtein: 30gFat: 15gSaturated Fat: 4gPolyunsaturated Fat: 1gMonounsaturated Fat: 8gCholesterol: 100mgSodium: 500mgPotassium: 700mgFiber: 3gSugar: 2gVitamin C: 15mgCalcium: 2mgIron: 10mg

Notes

Ensure potatoes are cut into similar sizes for uniform cooking. Let the chicken rest after baking to retain flavor and moisture.

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