Southern Baked Maple Citrus Chicken Legs: Pure Comfort Flavor
A delicious recipe for Southern Baked Maple Citrus Chicken Legs that combines sweet and savory flavors for a comforting meal.
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 40 minutes
- Total Time: 50 minutes
- Yield: 4 servings 1x
- Category: Main Dish
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: Southern
- Diet: None
Ingredients
Scale
- 4 chicken legs
- 1/2 cup maple syrup
- 1/4 cup orange juice
- 2 tablespoons Dijon mustard
- 1 teaspoon garlic powder
- 1 teaspoon paprika
- Salt and pepper to taste
Instructions
- Preheat the oven to 375°F (190°C).
- In a bowl, mix together maple syrup, orange juice, Dijon mustard, garlic powder, paprika, salt, and pepper.
- Coat the chicken legs in the marinade and place them in a baking dish.
- Bake for 35-40 minutes, basting occasionally with the sauce, until the chicken is cooked through.
- Let rest for 5 minutes before serving.
Notes
- This recipe can be doubled for larger gatherings.
- Serve with a side of roasted vegetables for a complete meal.
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 chicken leg
- Calories: 350
- Sugar: 20g
- Sodium: 400mg
- Fat: 15g
- Saturated Fat: 4g
- Unsaturated Fat: 8g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 22g
- Fiber: 0g
- Protein: 30g
- Cholesterol: 100mg
Keywords: Southern, Chicken, Maple, Citrus, Comfort Food