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Southern Baked Maple Citrus Chicken Legs

Southern Baked Maple Citrus Chicken Legs: Easy & Flavorful Delight

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Enjoy a delicious combination of sweet and tangy flavors with these Southern Baked Maple Citrus Chicken Legs. Perfect for any occasion!

  • Total Time: 55 minutes
  • Yield: 4 servings

Ingredients

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  • 4 chicken legs
  • 1/4 cup maple syrup
  • 1/4 cup orange juice
  • 2 tablespoons soy sauce
  • 1 tablespoon Dijon mustard
  • 1 teaspoon garlic powder
  • 1 teaspoon black pepper
  • 1 teaspoon salt
  • 1 teaspoon paprika

Instructions

  1. Preheat the oven to 400°F (200°C).
  2. In a mixing bowl, combine maple syrup, orange juice, soy sauce, Dijon mustard, garlic powder, black pepper, salt, and paprika.
  3. Place chicken legs in a baking dish and pour the marinade over the chicken.
  4. Turn the chicken legs to coat them evenly.
  5. Bake in the preheated oven for 35-40 minutes, or until the chicken reaches an internal temperature of 165°F (74°C).
  6. Let the chicken rest for 5 minutes before serving.

Notes

  • For extra flavor, marinate the chicken legs for a few hours or overnight.
  • Serve with your favorite side dishes for a complete meal.
  • Author: Souzan
  • Prep Time: 15 minutes
  • Cook Time: 40 minutes
  • Category: Main Dish
  • Method: Baked
  • Cuisine: Southern
  • Diet: Gluten-Free

Nutrition

  • Serving Size: 1 chicken leg
  • Calories: 320
  • Sugar: 12g
  • Sodium: 500mg
  • Fat: 20g
  • Saturated Fat: 5g
  • Unsaturated Fat: 10g
  • Trans Fat: 0g
  • Carbohydrates: 15g
  • Fiber: 0g
  • Protein: 22g
  • Cholesterol: 90mg