Description
Indulge in the succulent flavors of Grilled Chicken Legs, a perfect dish for summer gatherings or cozy weeknight dinners. This recipe features juicy chicken legs marinated in a zesty blend of apple vinegar, lemon juice, and aromatic spices that enhance their natural taste. Whether you’re grilling outdoors or using an indoor grill, this dish promises mouthwatering results that will delight family and friends alike. Easy to prepare and ideal for meal prep, these chicken legs are sure to become a staple in your culinary repertoire.
Ingredients
Scale
- 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 (finely minced)
- 1/2 teaspoon smoked paprika
Instructions
- In a shallow dish, combine apple vinegar, olive oil, lemon juice, salt, pepper, Italian seasoning, minced garlic, and smoked paprika. Whisk until well mixed.
- Trim excess fat from chicken legs and place them skin-side down in the marinade. Spoon marinade over the chicken to coat thoroughly.
- Cover and refrigerate for at least 20 minutes or up to 2 hours.
- Preheat your grill to medium-high heat.
- Grill chicken legs skin-side down for about 11 minutes per side until golden brown with grill marks and an internal temperature of 74 degrees Celsius (165 Fahrenheit).
- Remove from the grill and let rest for about 5 minutes before serving.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 22 minutes
- Category: Main
- Method: Grilling
- Cuisine: American
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 chicken leg (approximately 150g)
- Calories: 320
- Sugar: 0g
- Sodium: 600mg
- Fat: 22g
- Saturated Fat: 6g
- Unsaturated Fat: 16g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 3g
- Fiber: 0g
- Protein: 27g
- Cholesterol: 110mg