Crispy Oven Baked Chicken Leg Quarters

chicken leg quarters that have been roasted on a baking tray.

5 from 5 votes

Crispy Oven Baked Chicken Leg Quarters

Oven Baked Chicken Leg Quarters are juicy and tender with a crispy crunchy exterior. Seared to perfection and seasoned with a tasty spice rub.

Course Main Course

Cuisine American

Keyword baked chicken leg quarters, baked chicken quarters, roasted chicken leg quarters

Prep Time 10

Cook Time 35

Total Time 45

Servings servings

Calories 443kcal

Author Eileen Kelly

Equipment

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rimmed baking sheet
Roasting Rack
Measuring Spoons and Cups
Instant Read Thermometer
Stainless Steel Mixing Bowls
skillet, 9 inch

Ingredients

4 chicken leg quarters usually around 6- 8 ounces per leg quarter
2 Tablespoons unsalted butter, room temperature

Chicken Spice Rub

2 teaspoons salt
1 teaspoon black pepper
2 teaspoons dehydrated garlic Note 3
1 teaspoon dehydrated onion
2 teaspoons chili powder Note 4
½ teaspoon cayenne pepper optional, note 4
2 Tablespoons peanut oil, for searing

Instructions

Preheat oven to 400F. Line a cookie sheet with aluminum foil and place an oven-safe baking rack on it.
Place the chicken quarters on the baking rack and rub all over with the butter.
In a small mixing bowl, combine the salt, pepper, garlic, onion, chili powder and cayenne. Adjust seasoning as desired.
Sprinkle or rub the spice mixture all over the chicken.
Place the peanut oil in a medium-sized skillet over medium heat and once hot, sear each chicken for 2 minutes on each side, or until the chicken skin becomes golden brown.
Then place the chicken back on the baking rack.
Bake in the preheated oven for 25-30 minutes, until a meat thermometer reads 165°F.

Notes

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Note 1: Leave the skin on the chicken to ensure juicy chicken.

Note 2: The herb butter rub adds flavor to the chicken. Avocado oil or olive oil can be used to rub on the chicken if you do not want to use butter.

Note 3: If dehydrated onion and garlic aren't available, you can use garlic and onion powder. I do suggest using the dehydrated spice as it adds great crunch and flavor.

Leftovers can be kept in the fridge for up to 3 days in a covered container or storage bag.

Air Fryer Instructions:

Preheat the air fryer to 400°F. Spray the air fryer basket with non-stick spray. Air fry the chicken quarters for 20 minutes. Then, turn the chicken over and air fry for another 10-15 minutes until the internal temperature reaches 165°F.

I'm not a registered dietician, I do my best to provide the most accurate nutritional values. Any nutritional data I provide is an approximation. Actual dietary information can vary based on ingredients and portion sizes.

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