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Creamy Baked Chicken Legs

Cultural Context

Creamy Baked Chicken Legs are a comforting American dish, often enjoyed for family dinners. This dish showcases the rich flavors of creamy sauces combined with tender chicken, making it a favorite for gatherings and weeknight meals. Variations abound, with some adding different herbs or spices to cater to personal tastes, and it’s commonly served with sides like rice or vegetables.

AmericanUSmain
45 min
medium
6 servings
Servings4
5-6 chicken legs
1/2 tsp granulated garlic
1/2 tsp paprika
1/2 tsp oregano
1/4 tsp cumin
1/4 cup olive oil
1 onion
2 garlic cloves
1/4 cup white wine
1/4 cup tomato sauce
1 tbsp tomato paste
3/4 cup heavy cream
1 tsp red chili flakes (optional)
salt and pepper to taste

heavy cream

🥗Healthier: Greek yogurt

💰Cheaper: milk + cornstarch

Greek yogurt reduces calories while maintaining creaminess

1

Preheat oven to 400 degrees.

2

In a small bowl, combine the granulated garlic, paprika, oregano, cumin, salt, and pepper.

3

Drizzle the chicken with olive oil and season on all sides with the spice mixture.

4

Bake the chicken for 20 minutes then flip the chicken over and cook for an additional 20 minutes.

5

Remove the chicken from the skillet and set aside.

6

Add the onions to the skillet and cook until translucent.

7

Stir in the garlic and red chili flakes.

8

Add the tomato paste and cook for 20 seconds.

9

Add the wine and let it reduce by half.

10

Add the tomato sauce and heavy cream.

11

Season the sauce with salt and pepper.

12

Place the chicken back in the skillet and cook until the chicken is fully cooked through and the sauce thickens.

Cooking Techniques

sautéingbaking

Equipment Needed

skilletovenmeasuring cupssmall bowl

Spice Level:

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Dietary

ketolow-carb

Allergens

milkeggs

Also Known As

Baked Chicken ThighsCreamy Chicken Drumsticks

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