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Garlic Parmesan Chicken Legs createdbydiane.com
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Garlic Parmesan Chicken Legs

Author: Diane Schmidt - createdbydiane.com

Ingredients

  • 2 1/2 lbs chicken legs about 7 legs
  • 1/4 cup cornstarch
  • 1 teaspoon garlic powder
  • 1/2 teaspoon salt
  • 2 tablespoons parmesan the shaker type that's crumbly
  • 1/2 teaspoon oregano

Topping

  • 1 tablespoon butter
  • 1 tablespoon minced garlic
  • 1/2 teaspoon garlic powder
  • Heat the butter minced garlic and garlic powder in the microwave until the butter is melted, then mix thoroughly,
  • Add 1-2 tablespoon parmesan cheese
  • *Garnish fresh parsley

Instructions

  • Preheat oven to 400°
  • Mix chicken legs with cornstarch, garlic powder and salt, parmesan cheese and oregano (in a bag or a bowl)
  • Place the chicken legs on a baking sheet lined with a wire rack.
  • Bake at 400° for 30-35 minutes (turning the chicken over halfway through) or until the chicken is fully cooked and crispy.
  • The "topping" goes on after the chicken legs are baked.
  • Use a silicone brush or spoon to apply the garlic parmesan topping when the chicken legs come out of the oven, then add the parmesan cheese on top.
  • Garnish with chopped fresh parsley