Spicy and Juicy Hot Chicken Legs Recipe

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Spicy and Juicy Hot Chicken Legs Recipe
Prep Time:
20 mins
Cook Time:
60 mins
Total Time:
80mins
Category:
Recipe by Administrator
Published on April 30, 2024

These spicy hot chicken legs are the perfect combination of crispy skin and juicy meat with a kick of heat. Marinated in a spicy blend of seasonings, these chicken legs are baked to perfection for a delicious and satisfying meal.

Ingredients

  • 6 chicken legs
  • 2 tablespoons olive oil
  • 1 teaspoon paprika
  • 1 teaspoon garlic powder
  • 1 teaspoon onion powder
  • 1 teaspoon cayenne pepper
  • 1 teaspoon salt
  • 1/2 teaspoon black pepper

Directions

  1. Preheat the oven to 400°F.
  2. In a small bowl, mix together olive oil, paprika, garlic powder, onion powder, cayenne pepper, salt, and black pepper.
  3. Place the chicken legs in a large baking dish and coat them with the spice mixture.
  4. Bake in the preheated oven for 45-50 minutes, or until the chicken is cooked through and the skin is crispy.
  5. Serve hot and enjoy!

Interesting Facts

  • Marinating the chicken legs before baking helps infuse the flavors into the meat.
  • You can adjust the level of spiciness by adding more or less cayenne pepper.
  • These hot chicken legs are perfect for a game day snack or a weeknight dinner.