Garlic roasted chicken leg quarters is a quick preparation that offers fabulous flavor, and all you need is the chicken, a few basic seasonings, garlic, and oil. When you need a healthy supper but don’t have a lot of time to prep, this recipe for roasted chicken legs is an excellent choice. Whole chicken legs are legs with the thighs attached. Whole chicken legs are often labeled chicken leg quarters. They’re budget-friendly, too!
You could also make this recipe with drumsticks or thighs. Split chicken breasts (bone-in) might take a little less time — check them for doneness after about 35 to 45 minutes.
This recipe for oven-fried cornflake coated chicken legs is another delicious way to cook budget whole legs, or try these spicy fried chicken legs.
PrintGarlic Roasted Chicken Leg Quarters
These garlic roasted chicken leg quarters are fast and easy. Just season them and pop them in the oven! Your work is done!
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 50 minutes
- Total Time: 1 hour
- Yield: 6 servings 1x
- Category: Chicken, Chicken Legs
- Method: Roast
Ingredients
- 3 1/2 pounds whole chicken legs (6 whole legs, thighs attached)
- 1 teaspoon paprika
- 3/4 teaspoon kosher salt
- 1/2 teaspoon ground black pepper
- 6 cloves garlic (pressed, about 1 heaping tablespoon)
- 2 tablespoons olive oil
Instructions
- Preheat the oven to 375 F. Spray a rimmed baking sheet with nonstick cooking spray or line it with nonstick foil.
- Pat the chicken legs with paper towels to dry.
- Combine the paprika, salt, and pepper; rub the mixture over the chicken pieces.
- Combine the pressed garlic with the olive oil and lightly rub over the chicken legs.
- Arrange the chicken on the baking sheet.
- Roast the whole legs for 45 to 55 minutes, or until golden brown. The minimum safe temperature for chicken is 165 F.
