Description
Grilled Chicken Legs are a delightful summer staple that combines juicy, tender meat with a zesty marinade, making them the ideal dish for barbecues and family dinners alike. With minimal prep time and simple ingredients, this recipe is perfect for both novice cooks and seasoned chefs. The flavorful blend of vinegar, lemon juice, and aromatic spices enhances the chicken’s natural taste while keeping it moist during grilling. Whether served alongside fresh salads or on a bun with your favorite toppings, these grilled legs promise to be a crowd-pleaser at any gathering.
Ingredients
- 8 chicken legs (bone-in, skin-on)
- 1/2 cup white apple vinegar
- 1/4 cup olive oil
- 1/4 cup lemon juice
- 1 teaspoon salt
- 1/2 teaspoon pepper
- 1 teaspoon Italian seasoning
- 4 cloves garlic (minced)
- 1/2 teaspoon smoked paprika
- Fresh parsley for garnish
Instructions
- In a shallow baking dish, whisk together apple vinegar, olive oil, lemon juice, salt, pepper, Italian seasoning, minced garlic, and smoked paprika.
- Trim excess fat from chicken legs and place them skin-side down in the marinade. Spoon marinade over the top.
- Cover and refrigerate for 20 minutes to 2 hours.
- Preheat grill to medium-high heat.
- Grill chicken legs skin-side down for about 11 minutes per side until golden brown and cooked through (internal temperature should reach 74°C / 165°F).
- Let rest for 5 minutes before serving.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 22 minutes
- Category: Main
- Method: Grilling
- Cuisine: American
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 chicken leg (150g)
- Calories: 314
- Sugar: 0g
- Sodium: 530mg
- Fat: 22g
- Saturated Fat: 6g
- Unsaturated Fat: 14g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 2g
- Fiber: 0g
- Protein: 26g
- Cholesterol: 124mg
Keywords: For enhanced flavor, marinate the chicken longer if possible. Use bone-in legs for moisture retention during cooking. Serve with fresh salads or your choice of dipping sauces like honey mustard or garlic aioli.