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Oven Roasted Juicy Chicken Leg Quarters

Recipe from Easy Steps, from their YouTube videoWritten down by ReelsMeals from the caption and voiceover. Added 26 October 2026.

15 minutes to prep, 35 to cook. These oven‑roasted chicken leg quarters are coated in a vibrant lemon seasoning that keeps the meat juicy and flavorful. The steam from a water tray prevents drying, while a quick flip ensures perfectly crisp skin, giving the dish an Indian‑Punjabi twist.

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Oven Roasted Juicy Chicken Leg Quarters by Easy Steps, a frame from the YouTube video

Method

  1. Preheat the oven to 450°F (450°F).

  2. Pat the chicken leg quarters dry, trim excess fat, and make several shallow cuts on each piece.

  3. Lightly coat the chicken with olive oil, then rub the lemon seasoning, food coloring, and black pepper evenly over all sides, ensuring the seasoning gets into the cuts.

  4. Place a tray of hot water on the lower rack of the oven to create steam and keep the chicken moist.

  5. Arrange the seasoned chicken leg quarters on a broiler pan above the water tray and bake for about 30 minutes.

  6. Turn the chicken over and continue baking for an additional 5 minutes, or until the skin is golden and the internal temperature reaches 165°F (165°F).

  7. Remove from the oven, let rest briefly, and serve hot with your choice of sides.

Tips while you cook

Dry and cut before seasoning
Pat the chicken leg quarters dry and make several shallow cuts before applying the seasoning.
Use a water tray for steam
Place a tray of hot water on the lower rack.
Flip halfway through baking
Turn the chicken over after about 30 minutes.
Rest briefly before serving
Remove the chicken from the oven and let it rest briefly before serving.

Notes from ReelsMeals, based on this recipe's ingredients, times and method. They are not the creator's instructions.

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