Crispy Chicken Legs

Here’s a recipe for Crispy Chicken Legs — golden, juicy, and perfectly seasoned.

🥘 Ingredients (serves 4)

• 4 chicken legs (drumsticks)

• 2 tbsp olive oil or melted butter

• 1 tsp salt

• ½ tsp black pepper

• 1 tsp paprika (smoked paprika optional)

• ½ tsp garlic powder

• ½ tsp onion powder

• ¼ tsp cayenne pepper (optional, for heat)

🔥 Instructions

1. Prep Chicken

   • Pat chicken legs dry with paper towels. This helps make them crispy.

   • Rub olive oil or melted butter all over the chicken.

2. Season

   • Mix salt, pepper, paprika, garlic powder, onion powder, and cayenne.

   • Rub seasoning evenly over all sides of the chicken legs.

3. Bake

   • Preheat oven to 425°F (220°C).

   • Place chicken on a baking sheet lined with foil or parchment.

   • Bake 35–45 minutes, turning once halfway, until skin is golden and internal temperature reaches 165°F (74°C).

4. Optional Extra Crisp

   • Broil for 2–3 minutes at the end for extra-crispy skin, watching carefully to prevent burning.

5. Serve

   • Let rest 5 minutes before serving. Pair with roasted vegetables, fries, or a salad.