Low Calorie Chicken Leg Quarters
A simple and healthy recipe for low calorie chicken leg quarters, roasted with herbs and lemon for a flavorful and satisfying meal.
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 45 minutes
- Total Time: 55 minutes
- Yield: 4
Ingredients
4 chicken leg quarters, skin removed
1 tablespoon olive oil
1 teaspoon garlic powder
1 teaspoon dried thyme
1 teaspoon dried rosemary
1 teaspoon paprika
1/2 teaspoon salt
1/4 teaspoon black pepper
1 lemon, thinly sliced
2 tablespoons fresh parsley, chopped
Instructions
Preheat the oven to 400°F (200°C).
Pat the chicken leg quarters dry with paper towels and remove the skin to reduce calories.
In a small bowl, mix together the olive oil, garlic powder, dried thyme, dried rosemary, paprika, salt, and black pepper.
Rub the spice mixture evenly over all sides of the chicken leg quarters.
Place the chicken leg quarters in a single layer on a baking sheet lined with parchment paper or a lightly greased roasting pan.
Arrange the lemon slices on top of and around the chicken pieces.
Roast in the preheated oven for 40 to 45 minutes, or until the internal temperature reaches 165°F (74°C) and the juices run clear.
Remove the chicken from the oven and let it rest for 5 minutes.
Sprinkle chopped fresh parsley over the chicken before serving.