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Ingredients
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Main Ingredients
Method
Preparation
- 1
Preheat the Oven
Preheat your oven to 425°F (220°C). This ensures that the chicken cooks evenly and gets crispy skin.
- 2
Prepare the Marinade
In a small bowl, combine the olive oil, garlic powder, paprika, salt, black pepper, dried oregano, and lemon juice. Mix well to form a marinade.
- 3
Prepare the Chicken
Rinse the chicken leg quarters under cold water and pat them dry with paper towels. This helps the skin to crisp up during cooking.
- 4
Marinate the Chicken
Rub the marinade all over the chicken leg quarters, making sure to coat them evenly. Let them marinate for at least 30 minutes, or up to 2 hours for more flavor.
Cooking
- 5
Arrange Chicken in Baking Dish
Place the marinated chicken leg quarters skin-side up in a large baking dish or on a baking sheet lined with parchment paper.
- 6
Bake the Chicken
Bake in the preheated oven for about 45-55 minutes, or until the chicken reaches an internal temperature of 165°F (74°C) and the skin is golden brown.
- 7
Rest the Chicken
Once cooked, remove the chicken from the oven and let it rest for 5-10 minutes. This allows the juices to redistribute.
- 8
Serve
Serve the chicken leg quarters hot, with your choice of sides.