Name: Barbecue Baked Chicken Legs
Cook time: 40 min
Total time: 40 min
Yield: 5 Servings
Cuisine: Other

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April 29, 2025

7 Ingredients

EASY

Enjoy barbecue chicken legs year round with the help of your oven. No grill needed! The recipe is a Yummly original created by Sara Mellas.

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Barbecue Baked Chicken Legs

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Ingredients

Servings

WarningMilk and 3 other allergens identified

Instructions

Preheat the oven to 375°F.

Line a large baking sheet with aluminum foil. Spray liberally with nonstick cooking spray. Set aside.

Place the chicken legs in a large mixing bowl and season with the salt and black pepper. Add the barbecue sauce and toss with a rubber spatula to thoroughly coat the chicken in the sauce.

Arrange the chicken legs on the prepared baking sheet.

Roast the chicken legs on middle rack of oven until slightly brown, 20-30 minutes.

Set the oven to broil. Broil the chicken until the skin is caramelized and the chicken has reached an internal temperature of 165°F, 3-5 minutes. Keep a close eye on the chicken to ensure it does not burn.

Check to see that chicken is done. Remove from oven or add time as needed.

Transfer to a plate and serve immediately, with additional barbecue sauce and with green onions if desired.

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Tips & Tricks (5)

Skin Crispiness Technique 🍗
Pat chicken legs completely dry before seasoning to ensure crispy skin and better barbecue sauce adherence.
Sauce Layer Strategy 🥫
Apply barbecue sauce in multiple thin layers during the last 10-15 minutes of cooking to prevent burning and create a rich glaze.
Elevated Rack Trick 🍽️
Use a wire rack on your baking sheet to allow air circulation and prevent soggy bottom, resulting in more even cooking and crispier skin.
Green Onion Pro Garnish 🌱
Slice green onions diagonally for a more professional presentation and to release more aromatic oils when garnishing.
Marinade Magic 💦
For deeper flavor, marinate chicken legs in half of the barbecue sauce for 2-4 hours before cooking to enhance taste penetration.