With an incredibly delicious spice blend of paprika, garlic, and Italian herbs, this Paprika Chicken Legs recipe is versatile and will pair well with almost any side dish. 

Aromatic, flavorful, and tender, these Paprika Chicken Legs are much-loved in my family. We enjoy them year round, with rice, fresh salad, roasted vegetables, quinoa, pasta, beans, and many other sides. The chicken meat comes out succulent every time, and the outer layer is perfectly baked. You’ll definitely love this recipe!!!

I am using chicken leg quarters in this recipe, but you may use drumsticks, wings, or even a whole chicken.

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Also, make sure you are using regular Sweet Paprika. It is sold in all big supermarkets and health food stores. Of course, you can buy paprika from Amazon while sipping coffee in your pajamas.

Once you have all of the necessary ingredients on hand, it’s time to start cooking!

INGREDIENTS FOR PAPRIKA CHICKEN:

• 3 lbs. of chicken leg quarters, cut in half
• 1/4 cup of  olive oil
• 1 1/2 tbsp. of sweet paprika
• 6 garlic cloves, minced
• 1 tbsp. of dried Italian herbs
• 1/2 tsp. of chili powder (optional)
• Salt and pepper, to taste
• Lemon, to garnish

INSTRUCTIONS: 

1. Preheat the oven to 425º F. Wash and pat dry the chicken legs with paper towels. Sprinkle generously with salt and pepper.

2. Mix the remaining ingredients in a large bowl. Add the chicken and cover it evenly with marinade.

3. Arrange the chicken on a baking sheet and bake for about 40 minutes, or until the chicken legs are cooked through.

4. Garnish with lemons. Serve with your favorite side.

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Paprika Chicken Legs

With an incredibly delicious spice blend of paprika, garlic, and Italian herbs, this Paprika Chicken Legs recipe is versatile and will pair well with almost any side dish.

Servings: 4 servings

Calories: 724 kcal

Ingredients

• 3 lbs. chicken leg quarters, cut in half
• 1/4 cup olive oil
• 1 1/2 tbsp. sweet paprika
• 6 garlic cloves (minced)
• 1 tbsp. dried Italian herbs
• 1/2 tsp. chili powder (optional)
• salt and pepper to taste
• lemon to garnish

Instructions

1. Preheat the oven to 425º F. Wash and pat dry the chicken legs with paper towels. Sprinkle generously with salt and pepper.
2. Mix the remaining ingredients in a large bowl. Add the chicken and cover it evenly with marinade.
3. Arrange the chicken on a baking sheet and bake for about 40 minutes, or until the chicken legs are cooked through.
4. Garnish with lemons. Serve with your favorite side.

Recipe Notes

Nutrition Facts

Paprika Chicken Legs

Amount Per Serving

Calories 724 Calories from Fat 441

% Daily Value*

Total Fat 49g 75%

Saturated Fat 11g 55%

Polyunsaturated Fat 9g

Monounsaturated Fat 24g

Cholesterol 228mg 76%

Sodium 1025mg 43%

Potassium 689mg 20%

Total Carbohydrates 3g 1%

Dietary Fiber 2g 8%

Sugars 1g

Protein 65g 130%

Vitamin A 65%

Vitamin C 6%

Calcium 3%

Iron 25%

* Percent Daily Values are based on a 2000 calorie diet.

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