Ingredients

The following ingredients have 4 Servings
  • 12 chicken legs (skin on)
  • 4 tablespoon unsalted butter (melted)
  • 2 tablespoon olive oil
  • 2 teaspoon dried oregano
  • 1 teaspoon smoked paprika
  • 4 cloves garlic (minced)
  • 2 tablespoon lemon juice
  • salt and pepper to taste
  • 1 lemon (sliced)
  • fresh thyme (for garnish)

Instruction

  • In a large ziploc bag add the chicken legs, melted butter, olive oil, oregano, paprika, garlic, lemon juice, salt and pepper. Close the ziploc bag and toss everything together well.
  • Place the ziploc bag in the fridge and marinate for a minimum of 30 minutes up to 24 hours.
  • Preheat the oven to 450 F degrees.
  • Transfer the chicken legs to a large casserole dish and place the lemon slices in between the legs. Bake uncovered for 30 to 35 minutes or until legs are golden brown and cooked through.
  • Garnish with fresh thyme and serve warm.