Description
Cajun-spiced chicken legs are a flavor-packed dish that brings the zest of Louisiana straight to your dining table. Coated in a vibrant blend of spices, these chicken legs are baked to golden perfection, ensuring crispy skin and juicy meat. Whether you’re hosting a backyard barbecue or enjoying a cozy family dinner, this easy recipe will delight everyone at your table.
Ingredients
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- 4 bone-in, skin-on chicken legs
- 2 tbsp Cajun seasoning
- 2 tbsp olive oil
- 1 tsp salt
- 1/2 tsp black pepper
- 1 tbsp lemon juice
Instructions
- Preheat your oven to 400?F (200?C) and lightly spray a baking dish with nonstick cooking spray.
- Pat the chicken legs dry with paper towels and place them in a large bowl.
- In a separate bowl, mix Cajun seasoning, salt, pepper, and olive oil until it forms a paste.
- Coat each chicken leg thoroughly with the spice mixture.
- Arrange the chicken in the prepared baking dish and drizzle with lemon juice.
- Bake for 35-40 minutes or until golden brown and cooked through (165?F internal temperature).
- Let rest for 5 minutes before serving.
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 40 minutes
- Category: Main
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: Cajun
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 chicken leg (150g)
- Calories: 350
- Sugar: 0g
- Sodium: 720mg
- Fat: 23g
- Saturated Fat: 6g
- Unsaturated Fat: 13g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 1g
- Fiber: 0g
- Protein: 30g
- Cholesterol: 135mg