Easy chicken legs recipe|South African Chicken legs recipe

olive oil

🥗Healthier: avocado oil

💰Cheaper: sunflower oil

Avocado oil offers a healthier fat profile.

honey

🥗Healthier: maple syrup

💰Cheaper: brown sugar

Maple syrup provides a similar sweetness with a unique flavor.

soy sauce

🥗Healthier: tamari

💰Cheaper: liquid aminos

Tamari is gluten-free and offers a similar taste.

fresh herbs

🥗Healthier: dried herbs

💰Cheaper: no herbs

Dried herbs are more convenient and last longer.

Marinate chicken legs in a mixture of olive oil, garlic, paprika, cayenne pepper, lemon juice, honey, and soy sauce for at least 1 hour.

Preheat the grill to medium-high heat.

Remove chicken from marinade and season with salt, black pepper, onion powder, mustard, cumin, thyme, and bay leaves.

Place chicken legs on the grill and cook for 25-30 minutes, turning occasionally, until golden and cooked through.

Check internal temperature reaches 75°C (165°F).

Let the chicken rest for 5 minutes before serving.

Cooking Techniques

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