Description
These Grilled Chicken Legs are seasoned to perfection and cooked on the grill for juicy, flavorful results. A simple marinade infuses the chicken with a smoky, tangy taste that pairs beautifully with the crispy skin. Perfect for a summer BBQ or a weeknight dinner, these chicken legs are sure to be a hit with your family and friends.
Ingredients
Scale
Ingredients:
- 8 bone-in, skin-on chicken legs
- 2 tablespoons olive oil
- 1 tablespoon smoked paprika
- 1 teaspoon garlic powder
- 1 teaspoon onion powder
- 1 teaspoon dried thyme
- 1 teaspoon salt
- ½ teaspoon black pepper
- ½ teaspoon cayenne pepper (optional)
- juice of 1 lemon
Instructions
- Prepare the Chicken: Pat the chicken legs dry with paper towels.
- Make the Marinade: In a large bowl, whisk together olive oil, smoked paprika, garlic powder, onion powder, thyme, salt, black pepper, cayenne pepper, and lemon juice.
- Marinate the Chicken: Add the chicken legs to the marinade, toss until coated, cover, and refrigerate for at least 30 minutes.
- Preheat the Grill: Preheat grill to medium heat (375–400°F).
- Grill the Chicken: Place chicken legs on the grill, cook for 30–35 minutes, turning every 5–7 minutes until internal temperature reaches 175°F.
- Rest and Serve: Remove from grill, let rest for 5 minutes, then serve.
Notes
Notes:
- For extra flavor, marinate the chicken overnight.
- If you don’t have a grill, bake the chicken at 400°F for 40–45 minutes.
- Serve with grilled vegetables, coleslaw, or corn on the cob.
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 2 chicken legs
- Calories: 320
- Sugar: 0g
- Sodium: 620mg
- Fat: 21g
- Saturated Fat: 5g
- Unsaturated Fat: 14g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 1g
- Fiber: 0g
- Protein: 32g
- Cholesterol: 140mg
