Directions
- Preheat oven to 200°C (400°F). Line a baking sheet with parchment paper or lightly grease.
- In a bowl, mix flour, paprika, garlic powder, salt, pepper, and thyme.
- In another bowl, whisk egg and milk together.
- Place breadcrumbs in a third bowl.
- Pat chicken legs dry, coat in flour mixture, dip in egg mixture, then coat evenly with breadcrumbs.
- Place chicken legs on prepared baking sheet, drizzle with olive oil.
- Bake for 35–45 minutes, turning halfway, until golden brown and internal temperature reaches 75°C (165°F).
- Remove from oven, let rest 5 minutes, then serve hot.
Recipe Details
Prep Time: 15 min
Cook Time: 35–45 min
Total Time: 50–60 min
Servings: 4–6
Difficulty: Easy
Variations & Substitutions
- Use boneless chicken thighs for a faster cooking version
- Add cayenne or chili powder for a spicy kick
- Swap panko for crushed cornflakes for extra crunch
- Sprinkle grated Parmesan on top before baking for cheesy flavor
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