Southern Baked Maple Citrus Chicken Legs: Juicy and Irresistible!
Discover the perfect blend of sweet and savory with these Southern Baked Maple Citrus Chicken Legs, guaranteed to be a hit at your dinner table!
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 40 minutes
- Total Time: 50 minutes
- Yield: 4 servings 1x
- Category: Main Dish
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: Southern
- Diet: Gluten-Free
Ingredients
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- 4 chicken legs
- 1/4 cup maple syrup
- 2 oranges, juiced
- 2 cloves garlic, minced
- 1 teaspoon smoked paprika
- 1 teaspoon salt
- 1/2 teaspoon black pepper
Instructions
- Preheat oven to 400°F (200°C).
- In a bowl, mix maple syrup, orange juice, garlic, paprika, salt, and pepper.
- Place chicken legs in a baking dish and pour the marinade over them.
- Bake in preheated oven for 35-40 minutes or until the chicken is cooked through and has a golden color.
- Let it rest for a few minutes before serving.
Notes
- Feel free to marinate the chicken legs overnight for more flavor.
- Serve with your favorite side dishes for a complete meal.
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 chicken leg
- Calories: 350
- Sugar: 10g
- Sodium: 600mg
- Fat: 20g
- Saturated Fat: 5g
- Unsaturated Fat: 15g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 15g
- Fiber: 0g
- Protein: 25g
- Cholesterol: 85mg
Keywords: Southern Baked Maple Citrus Chicken Legs, Chicken Recipes, Baked Chicken