Best 5 Spice Roasted Chicken Quarters Recipes

Tantalize your taste buds with a culinary journey into the world of spice-roasted chicken quarters, where succulent chicken meets a symphony of aromatic spices. This delectable dish promises a flavor-packed experience that will leave you craving for more. Our collection of recipes offers a diverse range of taste profiles, from the fiery heat of peri-peri chicken to the smoky allure of paprika-roasted chicken. Each recipe is carefully crafted to deliver a unique taste sensation, ensuring that every bite is an explosion of flavor. Whether you prefer a classic roasted chicken or a more adventurous twist, our recipes have something for every palate. Get ready to embark on a culinary adventure that will transform ordinary chicken quarters into an extraordinary feast.

Here are our top 5 tried and tested recipes!

CRISPY OVEN ROASTED CHICKEN LEG QUARTERS RECIPE

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Provided by Victor

Categories Dinner lunch

Time 55m

Number Of Ingredients 9

Ingredients

6 chicken quarters
2 tsp kosher salt ((or to taste))
1 tsp Black pepper ((or to taste))
2 tsp granulated garlic ((or garlic powder))
2 tsp granulated onion ((or onion powder))
1 Tbsp Ancho chile powder
1/2 TSP cayenne pepper ((optional, adjust the amount to taste))
1/2 Tbsp vegetable oil ((for rubbing))
1/2 cup cooking oil ((for frying))

Steps:

Preheat oven to 400F.
Dry the chicken quarters with paper towels and rub with oil. Evenly sprinkle the seasonings on both sides of each quarter and gently pat to make the seasonings stick.
Heat 1/2 cup of cooking oil in a large skillet over medium-high heat. In two batches, sear the chicken quarters, about 2 minutes per side or until the skin is deep golden brown. The time will depend on how hot your skillet is. Tip: the hot oil will splatter so be careful not to get burned. Use a splatter guard if you have one.
Transfer the chicken onto the baking sheet, fitted with a cooling rack. Pour about 1 Tbsp of the cooking oil from the skillet over each chicken quarter. Tip: line the baking sheet with aluminum foil for much easier cleaning after cooking. Tip: you must use a cooling rack, or else the bottom of the chicken will come out soggy and greasy.
Bake at 400F for about 35-45 minutes, or until the chicken skin is crispy and deep golden brown. Different ovens bake differently so the exact time may vary. In my oven, I need 45 minutes.Tip: chicken quarters will be fully cooked and reach 165F internal temperature at 400F in about 25 minutes, but you want to cook them longer for two reasons. One is that chicken legs and thighs just taste much better when cooked to about 185F - 190F. That's when they become super tender. The second reason is that the skin won't be as crispy after just 25 minutes.
Remove the chicken from the oven, let rest for 3 minutes and serve with your favorite side dish.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 337 kcal, Carbohydrate 2 g, Protein 23 g, Fat 25 g, SaturatedFat 7 g, Cholesterol 141 mg, Sodium 909 mg, ServingSize 1 serving

SPICE RUBBED ROAST CHICKEN

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Provided by Trisha Yearwood

Categories main-dish

Time 2h15m

Yield 2 to 4 servings

Number Of Ingredients 12

Ingredients

1 1/2 teaspoons kosher salt
1 teaspoon ground cumin
1 teaspoon smoked paprika
1/2 teaspoon garlic powder
1/2 teaspoon freshly ground black pepper
1/4 teaspoon ground cayenne
Zest of 1 lemon, the lemon quartered
One 3-pound chicken, giblets removed
6 cloves garlic, crushed
3 fresh bay leaves
2 medium onions, sliced into 3 rings each
2 tablespoons unsalted butter, melted and cooled

Steps:

Combine the salt, cumin, paprika, garlic powder, black pepper, cayenne and lemon zest in a bowl. Wash the chicken and pat very dry. Rub the spice mixture all over the chicken. Set the chicken on a plate and refrigerate, uncovered, for at least 1 hour and up to 8 hours (to dry out the skin and promote crisp skin).
When you are ready to cook, preheat the oven to 425 degrees F.
Stuff the chicken with the lemon quarters, garlic and bay leaves. Arrange the onion slices to make a bed for the chicken in a large cast-iron skillet. Set the chicken on the onions and tuck the wings tips under the chicken's body. Brush the chicken all over with the melted butter.
Roast the chicken, basting once halfway through with the pan juices, until the skin is crisp and golden and an instant-read thermometer inserted in the thigh (do not touch bone) reads 165 degrees F, about 45 minutes. Let rest at least 10 minutes before carving.

BAKED CHICKEN LEG QUARTERS

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Chicken leg quarters are still fairly reasonable at the grocery store. Often, a single chicken thigh looks a little skimpy on a dinner plate. Leg quarters yield two or three extra bites, and they are visually very satisfying. Bonus: cooking with the bones included gives a lot of flavor. A simple, tasty seasoning blend makes prep a breeze.

Provided by Bibi

Categories Chicken Legs

Time 1h5m

Yield 5

Number Of Ingredients 7

Ingredients

2 teaspoons smoked paprika
2 teaspoons granulated garlic
½ teaspoon onion powder
1 teaspoon salt
1 teaspoon freshly ground black pepper
5 (8 ounce) chicken leg quarters
⅓ cup melted unsalted butter

Steps:

Preheat the oven to 425 degrees F (218 degrees C). Line a sheet pan with aluminum foil.
Stir together smoked paprika, granulated garlic, onion powder, salt, and pepper in a small bowl.
Pat chicken leg quarters dry with paper towels. Gently lift the skin and sprinkle in 1/4 to 1/2 teaspoon of the seasoning blend, using a fingertip to spread the seasoning around under the skin. Brush both sides of each leg quarter with melted butter.
Evenly sprinkle remaining spice mixture on both sides of each quarter and set cut side up onto the prepared sheet pan.
Bake in the center of the preheated oven for 20 minutes. Turn the quarters cut side down using tongs and continue baking until chicken is no longer pink at the bone and the juices run clear, about 20 more minutes. An instant-read thermometer inserted near the bone should read 160 degrees F (71 degrees C).
Turn on the broiler and broil each side of the chicken leg quarters until skin is nicely browned, 3 to 4 minutes per side. Test for a final internal temperature with an instant-read thermometer of 165 degrees F (74 degrees C).
Transfer chicken leg quarters to a serving plate. Tent with foil and let rest for 5 minutes before serving.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 539.9 calories, Carbohydrate 1.9 g, Cholesterol 220.7 mg, Fat 39.8 g, Fiber 0.7 g, Protein 41.7 g, SaturatedFat 15.5 g, Sodium 571.2 mg

BAKED CHICKEN LEG QUARTERS (CRISPY, JUICY, & EASY!)

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You'll love this simple recipe for baked chicken leg quarters in the oven! You only need a few simple ingredients for perfectly juicy, crispy roasted chicken leg quarters every time.

Provided by Maya Krampf

Categories Main Course

Time 35m

Number Of Ingredients 7

Ingredients

4 medium Chicken leg quarters
1/4 cup Olive oil
1 tsp Paprika
1/2 tsp Garlic powder
1/2 tsp Onion powder
3/4 tsp Sea salt
1/4 tsp Black pepper

Steps:

Preheat the oven to 400 degrees F (218 degrees C). Line a baking sheet with foil and place an oven safe rack on top.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 440 kcal, Carbohydrate 1.2 g, Protein 23.6 g, Fat 37.6 g, SaturatedFat 8.3 g, TransFat 0.1 g, Cholesterol 141.6 mg, Sodium 548.3 mg, Fiber 0.3 g, Sugar 0.1 g, UnsaturatedFat 26.2 g, ServingSize 1 serving

SPICY BAKED CHICKEN LEG QUARTERS

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Make and share this Spicy Baked Chicken Leg Quarters recipe from Food.com.

Provided by Liam1

Categories Chicken

Time 1h

Yield 4-6 serving(s)

Number Of Ingredients 5

Ingredients

4 lbs chicken leg quarters
breadcrumbs
salt
pepper
Tabasco sauce or Frank's red hot sauce

Steps:

Wash chicken and dry with paper towel.
Marinate chicken in lots of Tabasco sauce salt, pepper.
Place chicken in plastic bag with bread crumbs.
Shake bag of chicken to get bread crumbs covering the chicken.
Place on cooking tray (with aluminum foil) for easier cleaning.
Bake in oven for 40 minutes at 450°.
Pierce chicken to check to see it's done.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 849, Fat 55, SaturatedFat 15.5, Cholesterol 376.8, Sodium 358.7, Protein 82.4

Tips:

Choose the right chicken quarters: For best results, use bone-in, skin-on chicken quarters. The bones and skin help to keep the chicken moist and flavorful during roasting.
Dry the chicken thoroughly: Before seasoning and roasting the chicken, pat it dry with paper towels. This will help the seasonings to adhere to the chicken and will also help the skin to crisp up.
Use a good quality spice rub: The spice rub is what gives this chicken its flavor, so be sure to use a blend of spices that you enjoy. You can use a store-bought spice rub or make your own. If you are making your own spice rub, be sure to use fresh, ground spices for the best flavor.
Roast the chicken at a high temperature: Roasting the chicken at a high temperature will help to create a crispy skin and juicy meat. Be sure to preheat your oven before roasting the chicken.
Don't overcrowd the roasting pan: If you are roasting multiple chicken quarters, be sure to leave enough space between them so that they can cook evenly. Overcrowding the roasting pan will prevent the chicken from cooking properly.

Conclusion:

Spice roasted chicken quarters are a delicious and easy-to-make meal. By following the tips above, you can ensure that your chicken is cooked perfectly and bursting with flavor. Serve with your favorite sides, such as roasted vegetables, mashed potatoes, or rice.