It’s really hard to beat chicken! Especially these Honey and Lemon Baked Chicken Leg Quarters. It’s economical, easy to prepare, and downright good tasting.
I don’t think I know anybody that doesn’t like the taste of chicken!
I’m partial to dark meat so I’m always happy to find recipes that call for legs and thighs or, as in this case, leg quarters.
The combination of ingredients in this recipe makes a really tasty main dish for family or guests.
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Delicious and economical. It's really hard to beat chicken. Especially when it's this easy!
- 3 to 5 chicken leg quarters
- 1 tablespoon brown sugar
- 1 teaspoon garlic minced
- 2 tablespoons lemon juice
- 1 tablespoon soy sauce
- 3 tablespoons honey
- ½ teaspoon poultry seasoning
- ½ teaspoon dried thyme
- Salt and pepper to taste
- Preheat your oven to 350 degrees F.
- Season the chicken with salt and pepper. In an oven going skillet over medium high heat, sear the leg quarters on both sides for about 5 minutes or until they get golden brown.
- While the leg quarters are searing, mix together the poultry seasoning, lemon juice, honey, soy sauce, brown sugar, thyme and garlic. Cover the chicken thighs with the lemon sauce. Bake in the preheated oven for about 45 minutes.
- Drain off any excess fat before serving.
- Serve hot and enjoy.
Tips and Tidbits About Honey and Lemon Baked Chicken Leg Quarters
My local Krogers frequently have leg quarters on sale. They are usually in a 10-pound bag and cost way less than $1 a pound.
I take advantage of those sales and stock up. I divide up the quarters and vacuum seal for the freezer. I’ve always got cheap chicken meals in the freezer!
This recipe would also work just fine for legs only or thighs only. It will also work for breasts if you adjust the cooking time downward.
Breasts cook faster than dark meat and will dry out if overcooked.
Enjoy!
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