Name: Juicy Baked Chicken Leg Quarters
Prep time: 15 min
Cook time: 120 min
Total time: 135 min
Ingredients: 3-4 lb bone-in, skin-on chicken leg quarters; 10.6 oz plain Greek yogurt; 1 tbsp paprika; 1 tbsp flaky poultry seasoning (1/2 tbsp if ground); 1 tbsp garlic powder; 2 tsp salt; 1 tsp black pepper; 1/4 cup olive oil; 1/4 cup water

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Juicy Baked Chicken Leg Quarters

This is a very affordable dinner. Served with fresh corn and jazzed up canned green beans, this meal feeds our family of 4 for less than $10!

Prep Time15

Cook Time2

Total Time2 15

Course: Main Course

Cuisine: American

Keyword: budget friendly, chicken

Servings: servings

Ingredients

3-4 lb bone-in, skin-on chicken leg quarters
10.6 oz plain Greek yogurt
1 tablespoon paprika
1 tablespoon flaky poultry seasoning (½ tablespoon if ground)
1 tablespoon garlic powder
2 teaspoon salt
1 teaspoon black pepper
¼ cup olive oil
¼ cup water

Instructions

In a medium bowl, whisk together yogurt, paprika, poultry seasoning, garlic powder, salt, pepper, olive oil and water. Once combined, submerge the chicken until coated well. Cover and marinate in the fridge for at least 1 hour and up to 12 hours.
Preheat the oven to 400°F.
Transfer the chicken to a 13x9” pan or baking dish, and spread the marinade on top of the legs.
Bake uncovered for 50 minutes to 1 hour or until chicken reaches an internal temperature of 165°F. Serve with your favorite sides.