Easy One-Pan Chicken Leg Recipes
Easy One-Pan Chicken Leg Recipes deliver a delightful combination of crispy, golden-brown chicken and vibrant, tender vegetables—all made in a single pan. This hassle-free dish is perfect for busy weeknights or casual family dinners, ensuring maximum flavor with minimal cleanup. Seasoned to perfection and roasted to juicy goodness, it’s guaranteed to satisfy your cravings while making your dinner experience enjoyable and stress-free.
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 45 minutes
- Total Time: 55 minutes
- Yield: Serves 4
- Category: Main
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: American
Ingredients
Scale
- 4 skin-on, bone-in chicken legs
- 2 tbsp olive oil
- 1 tsp garlic powder
- 1 tsp smoked paprika
- 1 tsp salt
- ½ tsp black pepper
- 2 cups chopped vegetables (e.g., potatoes, carrots)
Instructions
- Preheat the oven to 425°F (220°C).
- Pat chicken legs dry and place them in a baking dish. Drizzle with olive oil and season with garlic powder, smoked paprika, salt, and pepper.
- Arrange the chopped vegetables around the chicken, drizzling them with olive oil and seasoning.
- Roast for 40-45 minutes until chicken reaches an internal temperature of 165°F (75°C) and veggies are tender.
- Let rest for 5 minutes before serving. Drizzle with pan juices for extra flavor.
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 chicken leg with mixed vegetables (approx. 250g)
- Calories: 320
- Sugar: 3g
- Sodium: 600mg
- Fat: 20g
- Saturated Fat: 6g
- Unsaturated Fat: 12g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 10g
- Fiber: 3g
- Protein: 24g
- Cholesterol: 80mg