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Baked Chicken Legs with Best Marinade

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Prep time: 10 mins | Marinate time: 30+ mins | Cook time: 40–45 mins | Servings: 4–6

Ingredients

  • The Chicken:
    • 6–8 chicken drumsticks.
  • The Best Marinade:
    • 1 cup soy sauce.
    • 1/2 cup olive oil.
  • Seasonings & Aromatics:
    • Fresh rosemary sprigs.
    • Coarse black pepper and red chili flakes.
    • Freshly chopped parsley.

Instructions

  1. Whisk the Marinade: In a medium bowl, whisk together the soy sauce and olive oil until well combined.
  2. Marinate: Place the chicken legs in a large resealable bag or shallow dish. Pour the marinade over them, ensuring each leg is thoroughly coated. Add a few sprigs of fresh rosemary to the bag. Refrigerate for at least 30 minutes, or up to 4 hours for deeper flavor.
  3. Prep for Baking: Preheat your oven to 400°F. Arrange the marinated chicken legs in a single layer in a baking dish or on a parchment-lined sheet pan.
  4. Season: Sprinkle the chicken generously with coarse black pepper, red chili flakes for a hint of heat, and additional fresh rosemary.
  5. Bake: Bake for 40–45 minutes, turning the legs halfway through, until the skin is crispy and golden brown and the internal temperature reaches 165°F.
  6. Garnish: Remove from the oven and sprinkle with freshly chopped parsley while still warm and juicy.

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