Best 4 Baked Chicken Legs Mexican Style Recipes

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**Baked Chicken Legs Mexican Style: A Flavorful Fiesta for Your Taste Buds**

Embark on a culinary journey to the vibrant streets of Mexico with our tantalizing baked chicken legs Mexican style recipe. This dish is a symphony of flavors, combining the zesty kick of Mexican spices with the tender succulence of chicken legs. Our collection of recipes offers a range of options to suit every palate, from the classic and authentic to the modern and innovative. Whether you prefer a spicy adventure or a milder taste, we have a recipe that will satisfy your cravings. Get ready to indulge in a fiesta of flavors with our baked chicken legs Mexican style extravaganza!

Here are our top 4 tried and tested recipes!

POLLO ASADO RECIPE (MEXICAN ROAST CHICKEN)



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This pollo asado recipe is the ultimate roast chicken with bone-in chicken marinated in citrus and spices then roasted for big flavor. So tender and juicy.

Provided by Mike Hultquist

Categories     Main Course

Number Of Ingredients 14

2.5 pounds chicken parts (bone-in, skin on - use a whole cut up chicken or your favorite parts, like leg thigh quarters, breasts, etc)
1/2 cup olive oil (+ more as needed)
Juice from 1 large orange
Juice from 1 large lime
2 tablespoons vinegar
6 cloves garlic (minced)
1 tablespoon sazon (+ more for sprinkling)
1 tablespoon achiote powder (+ more for sprinkling)
1 tablespoon paprika (or use cayenne for more heat)
1 tablespoon Mexican oregano
1 teaspoon cumin
1 teaspoon red pepper flakes
Salt and pepper to taste
FOR GARNISH: Fresh chopped cilantro (lime wedges, chili flakes)

Steps:

  • Marinate the Chicken. Mix together 1/2 cup olive oil, orange juice, lime juice, vinegar, garlic, sazon, achiote, paprika, oregano, cumin, red pepper flakes and a bit of salt and pepper. Add the chicken to a large platter or dish and pour in the marinade. Alternatively, you can use a large sealable bag. Refrigerate and marinate the chicken for at least 1 hour. 3 hours is best.
  • Grill the Chicken. Remove the chicken from the marinade and reserve the marinade. Heat your grill to medium heat and lightly oil the grates. Sprinkle the chicken with extra sazon and achiote powder. Grill the chicken pieces 5 minutes per side.
  • Roast the Chicken. Heat oven to 450 degrees F. Set the grilled chicken into a baking dish or cast iron pan and roast the chicken for 20 minutes, or until the chicken cooks through, turning half way through and basting often with the reserved marinade. The chicken should measure 165 degrees F. internally when checked with a meat thermometer.
  • Garnish and serve!

Nutrition Facts : Calories 449 kcal, Carbohydrate 3 g, Protein 24 g, Fat 38 g, SaturatedFat 8 g, TransFat 1 g, Cholesterol 96 mg, Sodium 218 mg, Fiber 1 g, Sugar 1 g, ServingSize 1 serving

MEXICAN-SPICED CHICKEN THIGHS



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Mexican-Spiced Chicken Thighs take less than 5 minutes to get in the oven and are amazing served up with warm tortillas. It's an easy and delicious dinner!

Provided by Rachel Farnsworth

Categories     Main Dish

Time 50m

Number Of Ingredients 9

8 chicken thighs
2 limes (to juice)
2 teaspoons ground cumin
1 teaspoon chili powder
1/2 teaspoon cayenne pepper
1/2 teaspoon garlic powder
1/8 teaspoon ground cloves
1/2 teaspoon salt
3 tablespoons butter

Steps:

  • Heat oven to 425 degrees. Spray a 9x13 baking dish with nonstick cooking spray.
  • Lay out the chicken thighs in the prepared pan, skin-side up. Squeeze the lime juice all over the meat.
  • Combine all the spices in a small bowl. Sprinkle generously over the meat.
  • Divide the butter up into 8 little clumps. Place 1 clump on top of each chicken thigh.
  • Bake for about 45 minutes.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 587 kcal, Carbohydrate 5 g, Protein 37 g, Fat 46 g, SaturatedFat 15 g, Cholesterol 244 mg, Sodium 550 mg, Fiber 1 g, ServingSize 1 serving

MEXICAN CHICKEN LEGS



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It can be any pieces of chicken. I tried it with boneless chicken breasts. You may adapt the cooking time. To make it low-sodium you may omit the salt and celery salt. Maybe celery seeds would be great.

Provided by Boomette

Categories     Chicken Breast

Time 2h5m

Yield 4-6 serving(s)

Number Of Ingredients 11

1 -2 lb boneless skinless chicken legs or 1 -2 lb boneless skinless chicken breast
1 cup ketchup
1 cup water
1/4 cup Worcestershire sauce
1 dash cayenne pepper
1 tablespoon brown sugar
1 teaspoon salt (optional)
1 teaspoon celery salt (optional) or 1 teaspoon celery seed
1 teaspoon chili powder
2 tablespoons lemon juice
red chili pepper flakes (optional)

Steps:

  • Put chicken legs in a baking dish.
  • Mix all remaining ingredients. Pour the sauce over chicken legs.
  • Bake, uncovered, in a preheated oven of 325 F for about 2 hours. If you use boneless chicken breasts, it may be less than 2 hours. I don't remember. Baste a few times with the sauce.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 224.6, Fat 4.6, SaturatedFat 1.2, Cholesterol 90.8, Sodium 948.4, Carbohydrate 22.7, Fiber 0.5, Sugar 19, Protein 24

MEXICAN CHICKEN BAKE



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A cozy comforting home-cooked meal doesn't have to take hours to make, writes Linda Humphreys of Buchanan, Michigan. "I've had this recipe for 30 years. Since my kids, grandkids and guests of all ages request it often and it takes only about 30 minutes to make, I have it at least once every other month!"

Provided by Taste of Home

Categories     Dinner

Time 45m

Yield 8-10 servings.

Number Of Ingredients 9

1 medium onion, chopped
1 small green pepper, chopped
2 large jalapeno peppers, seeded and chopped
1/4 cup butter, cubed
2 cans (10-3/4 ounces each) condensed cream of chicken soup, undiluted
1 can (12 ounces) evaporated milk
4 cups cooked long grain rice
3 to 4 cups cubed cooked chicken
3 cups (12 ounces) Colby-Monterey Jack cheese, divided

Steps:

  • In a large skillet, saute the onion, green pepper and jalapeno peppers in butter until tender. In a large bowl, combine soup and milk. Stir in the rice, chicken, 2 cups cheese and onion mixture., Transfer to a greased 13-in. x 9-in. baking dish. Bake, uncovered, at 350° for 25 minutes. Sprinkle with the remaining cheese. Bake 5-10 minutes longer or until heated through and the cheese is melted.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 401 calories, Fat 21g fat (13g saturated fat), Cholesterol 93mg cholesterol, Sodium 551mg sodium, Carbohydrate 26g carbohydrate (5g sugars, Fiber 1g fiber), Protein 24g protein.

Tips:

  • For a crispy skin, pat the chicken legs dry before baking. This will help the skin to brown and crisp up.
  • Use a flavorful marinade or rub to infuse the chicken with flavor. This will help to create a delicious and juicy chicken dish.
  • Be sure to preheat your oven before baking the chicken. This will help to ensure that the chicken cooks evenly.
  • Bake the chicken until it reaches an internal temperature of 165 degrees Fahrenheit. This will ensure that the chicken is cooked through and safe to eat.
  • Let the chicken rest for a few minutes before serving. This will help the juices to redistribute throughout the chicken, resulting in a more tender and juicy dish.

Conclusion:

Baked chicken legs are a delicious and easy-to-make dish that can be enjoyed by people of all ages. By following the tips above, you can create a flavorful and juicy chicken dish that will be a hit at your next meal. So next time you're looking for a quick and easy dinner recipe, give baked chicken legs a try!

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