Mouthwatering, juicy oven baked chicken quarters are made with a simple seasoning mix and oven roasted to perfection in about 45 minutes. You will find fresh, pasture-raised chicken leg quarters from Thistle Draw Farm at the market this week!
- 4 chicken leg quarters
- 1.5 tbs Italian seasoning
- 1.5 tsp kosher salt (adjust to taste)
- 1 tsp onion powder
- 1 tsp garlic powder
- 1 tsp ground mustard
- ½ tsp paprika
- ½ tsp ground black pepper
- 1 tbs olive oil
Preheat oven to 425°(F) and prepare a baking sheet by lining it with aluminum foil.
In a small bowl, mix all dry ingredients to create seasoning rub.
Trim chicken leg quarters of any excess skin and fat, then pat dry with paper towels.
Lightly brush both sides of chicken quarters with oil and liberally apply seasoning rub.
With skin side up, press seasoning rub into chicken skin and apply a final brushing of oil so nothing is too dry.
Bake in oven 35 to 45 minutes or until internal temperature reads 185°F on an instant read thermometer (see notes below)*
When chicken is done, remove from oven and let rest for 5-10 minutes before serving.
