Description
Zesty lemon pepper chicken legs and thighs deliver a flavor explosion that dances across palates with Mediterranean-inspired charm. Crispy skin, tangy seasoning, and juicy meat create a simple yet irresistible dinner you’ll crave again and again.
Ingredients
Scale
Protein:
- 4 chicken legs (or thighs)
Seasonings:
- 1 tablespoon Kingsford Lemon Pepper Seasoning
- 1 tablespoon Badia Complete Seasoning
- 1 tablespoon Kinders Lemon Pepper
- 1 teaspoon garlic powder
- 1 teaspoon onion powder
- 1/2 teaspoon smoked paprika
Cooking Ingredients:
- 2 tablespoons (30 milliliters) grapeseed oil (or any cooking oil)
- 2 tablespoons (30 grams) garlic butter (for brushing)
Instructions
- Prepare oven at 375F (190C) to ensure optimal cooking environment for chicken.
- Thoroughly massage grapeseed oil across chicken legs and thighs, creating a protective flavor-absorbing layer.
- Generously distribute Kingsford Lemon Pepper seasoning, garlic powder, onion powder, smoked paprika, and Badia Complete Seasoning evenly over entire chicken surface for robust, multilayered taste profile.
- Arrange seasoned chicken pieces on baking sheet, ensuring minimal overlap to promote uniform heat circulation and crispy exterior development.
- Roast uncovered for 70-75 minutes, monitoring internal temperature until chicken reaches precise 165F (74C) mark, guaranteeing safe and perfectly cooked meat.
- Remove from oven and immediately brush with rich garlic butter, enhancing moisture and adding luxurious depth.
- Sprinkle additional Kinders Lemon Pepper across surface for final flavor enhancement and aromatic finish.
- Transfer to serving platter, allowing chicken to rest momentarily before presenting hot and inviting.
Notes
- Ensure chicken skin is patted dry before coating with oil to achieve maximum crispiness and help seasonings adhere better.
- Avoid overcrowding the baking sheet, which can lead to steaming instead of roasting and prevent golden-brown skin development.
- For low-carb or keto diets, this recipe is naturally compliant and provides high protein with minimal added ingredients.
- Swap grapeseed oil with avocado or olive oil for alternative healthy fat options that enhance flavor and nutritional profile.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 70 minutes
- Category: Lunch, Dinner
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: American
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 4
- Calories: 370 kcal
- Sugar: 0 g
- Sodium: 400 mg
- Fat: 28 g
- Saturated Fat: 8 g
- Unsaturated Fat: 18 g
- Trans Fat: 0 g
- Carbohydrates: 1 g
- Fiber: 0 g
- Protein: 25 g
- Cholesterol: 120 mg