Frango | Chicken Legs Recipe
Seasoned and slow-roasted to perfection.
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Ingredients
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Main Ingredients
Method
Cooking Instructions
- 1
Preheat the Oven
Preheat your oven to 300°F (150°C).
- 2
Prepare the Marinade
In a bowl, combine olive oil, minced garlic, paprika, dried oregano, salt, black pepper, and lemon juice. Mix well to create a marinade.
- 3
Marinate the Chicken
Place the chicken legs in a large bowl or zip-top bag and pour the marinade over them. Ensure the chicken is well-coated. Marinate for at least 30 minutes, or overnight for best results.
- 4
Roast the Chicken
Arrange the marinated chicken legs on a baking sheet lined with parchment paper. Roast in the preheated oven for about 1.5 to 2 hours, or until the chicken is cooked through and the skin is crispy.
- 5
Garnish and Serve
Remove the chicken from the oven, let it rest for a few minutes, and then sprinkle with fresh chopped parsley before serving.
