Sweet Smoky Chicken Legs Recipe

These irresistible Sweet Smoky Chicken Legs are a crowd-pleasing appetizer, perfect for your next tailgate party or weeknight dinner! Jane Mackinnis's one-dish wonder requires minimal prep and yields juicy, flavorful chicken legs in just over an hour. Get ready for a sweet and smoky explosion of taste!

Prep Time 15 mins
Cook Time 70 mins
Calories 534.4 kcal
Protein 84g
Rating 4.3 (4 Reviews)
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Ingredients for Sweet Smoky Chicken Legs

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How to Make Sweet Smoky Chicken Legs

  1. Preheat oven to 350°F (175°C).
  2. Lightly grease a 9x13 inch baking dish.
  3. Place 1 large chopped onion in the prepared baking dish.
  4. Arrange 8 chicken legs in a single layer over the onions.
  5. Sprinkle chicken legs generously with 1 teaspoon salt.
  6. In a medium bowl, whisk together 1/2 cup brown sugar, 1/4 cup soy sauce, 2 tablespoons apple cider vinegar, 1 tablespoon smoked paprika, 1 teaspoon garlic powder, 1/2 teaspoon black pepper, and 1/4 cup chicken broth.
  7. Pour the sauce evenly over the chicken legs, ensuring they are completely coated.
  8. Bake uncovered for 60-70 minutes, or until the chicken is cooked through and the juices run clear, basting with the pan juices every 20 minutes.
  9. Let rest for 5 minutes before serving. Enjoy!

Nutrition Information (Approximate per serving)

Sodium

19 g

Sugar

88g

Fat

38g

Carbs

9g