Description
Sticky Asian chicken legs are a mouthwatering dish that combines tender, juicy chicken with a rich, sweet-savory glaze. This easy-to-make recipe is perfect for weeknight dinners or special gatherings, delivering an unforgettable flavor that will have everyone coming back for seconds. Serve with steamed rice or crisp vegetables to complete this delightful meal.
Ingredients
Scale
- 4 bone-in, skin-on chicken legs
- 4 cloves garlic, minced
- 1-inch piece fresh ginger, grated
- 1/4 cup low-sodium soy sauce
- 1/4 cup brown sugar
- 1 tsp sesame oil
Instructions
- Preheat your oven to 400?F (200?C). Prepare a baking dish with nonstick spray.
- In a bowl, combine soy sauce, brown sugar, garlic, ginger, and sesame oil. Whisk until smooth.
- Add chicken legs to the marinade and ensure they are well-coated. Marinate for at least 30 minutes (overnight recommended).
- Place the marinated chicken legs skin-side up in the baking dish and pour any remaining marinade on top.
- Bake for 35-40 minutes until the internal temperature reaches at least 165?F (75?C) and the skin is golden brown.
- Serve warm, drizzled with sauce from the baking dish.
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 40 minutes
- Category: Main
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: Asian
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 chicken leg (120g)
- Calories: 290
- Sugar: 8g
- Sodium: 600mg
- Fat: 15g
- Saturated Fat: 4g
- Unsaturated Fat: 9g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 17g
- Fiber: 0g
- Protein: 24g
- Cholesterol: 90mg