Crispy Baked Chicken Leg Quarters

Step 1

Preheat the oven to 400 F/204 C and line a baking sheet with foil or parchment paper. Place an oven-safe cooling rack on top.

Step 2

In a small bowl, combine all the seasonings.

Step 3

Pat dry chicken quarters with a dry paper towel and brush with olive oil.

Step 4

Generously sprinkle with the seasoning mix and use your hands to evenly distribute the seasonings on both sides.

Step 5

Place the chicken legs on the rack and bake for 35-45 minutes or until the skin looks crispy and the internal temperature reaches 165F.

Step 6

Remove the chicken from the oven and rest for 5 minutes.