If you’re seeking for an easy and delicious recipe, I have an oven-fried chicken leg recipe for you.
4-6 chicken legs (optional)
- 1 cup all-purpose flour – 1 tsp paprika – 1 tsp garlic powder
1 tablespoon onion powder - 1/2 teaspoon salt – 1/2 teaspoon black pepper – 1/2 teaspoon dried thyme – 1/2 teaspoon dried oregano – 1/4 teaspoon cayenne pepper (optional)
- 2 eggs
-2 teaspoons milk - Spray cooking oil or vegetable oil
Instructions:
- Preheat the oven to 400 degrees Fahrenheit (200 degrees Celsius). Lightly coat a wire rack with cooking spray or vegetable oil and place it on a baking sheet. This will ensure that the chicken legs cook evenly and crisply.
- Combine the all-purpose flour, paprika, garlic powder, onion powder, salt, black pepper, dried thyme, dried oregano, and cayenne pepper (if using) in a shallow dish or basin. To blend the spices, combine them thoroughly.
- Whisk together the eggs and milk in a separate shallow dish or bowl until well blended.
- Dip each chicken leg into the egg mixture, allowing any excess to drip off, then roll it in the seasoned flour mixture, gently pressing the flour to stick to the chicken. Make sure the chicken is completely covered in the flour mixture.
- Arrange the breaded chicken legs on the baking sheet’s wire rack. This allows hot air to travel around the chicken, allowing it to crisp up.
- Lightly coat or sprinkle the chicken legs with cooking spray or vegetable oil. This will aid in browning and crisping in the oven.
- Bake the chicken legs for 45-50 minutes, or until golden brown and cooked through, in a preheated oven. The chicken’s internal temperature should be 165°F (74°C).
- Remove the chicken legs from the oven and set aside for a few minutes before serving. This allows the liquids to redistribute, resulting in tender, juicy chicken.
Enjoy your mouthwatering oven-fried chicken legs! They go nicely with mashed potatoes, coleslaw, or any other side dish.
