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# **Savory Baked Chicken Legs with Potatoes: A Comforting Family Meal**
## **INTRODUCTION: SIX YEARS STRONG, AND STILL A CROWD FAVORITE**
Some recipes stay with you forever. You make them once, they’re a hit. You make them again, and suddenly they become *the* dish. The one people ask about. The one your family starts requesting on Sundays. The one that fills your kitchen with that same mouthwatering aroma every single time—and yet, no one ever gets tired of it.
That’s what this recipe became for me.
It’s been **six years**, and this **Savory Baked Chicken Legs with Potatoes** dish is still one of the most requested meals in my home. No matter the occasion—whether it’s a family dinner, a friend popping by, or just a craving for something hearty—this meal delivers. Everyone who tastes it falls in love. It’s flavorful, filling, and comforting. And best of all, it’s easy to make with simple, real ingredients.
Today, I’m opening up my kitchen and sharing the full journey of this timeless recipe—how it came to be, what makes it so special, and how you can make it your own. Whether you’re an experienced cook or just getting started, this is one of those meals that *just works*. Let’s get into it.
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## **THE INGREDIENTS: SIMPLE, HONEST, DELICIOUS**
This recipe isn’t about fancy ingredients or complicated methods. It’s about making magic with what you’ve got. Here’s everything you need to make this flavorful family favorite.
### **FOR THE CHICKEN AND POTATOES:**
– **6 to 8 chicken legs (drumsticks)** – skin-on, bone-in for full flavor
– **4 to 5 medium potatoes** – Yukon Gold, russet, or red potatoes work great
– **1 large onion**, thinly sliced
– **4 cloves garlic**, minced
– **3 tablespoons olive oil**
– **1 tablespoon melted butter** (optional, but adds richness)
– **1 teaspoon smoked paprika**
– **1 teaspoon garlic powder**
– **1 teaspoon onion powder**
– **1 teaspoon dried rosemary**
– **1 teaspoon dried thyme**
– **½ teaspoon chili flakes** (optional for a bit of heat)
– **Salt and pepper**, to taste
– **Juice of half a lemon**
– **Fresh parsley** for garnish
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## **WHY IT WORKS**
The beauty of this dish lies in its **balance of textures and flavors**. The chicken gets crispy on the outside, juicy on the inside. The potatoes absorb the juices and herbs, turning into golden little pillows of flavor. The onions caramelize, the garlic perfumes everything, and the herbs give it that comforting aroma you can smell before you even open the oven door.
It’s not just baked chicken and potatoes—it’s love on a plate.
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