Barbecued Chicken Legs Recipe

Name: Barbecued Chicken Legs
Prep time: 15 min
Cook time: 30 min
Total time: 45 min
Yield: 4 servings
Ingredients: 4 large chicken legs quarters; 6 tablespoons vegetable oil; 1 each onions finely chopped; 1 clove garlic crushed; 8 ounces tomatoes; 1 tablespoon ketchup; 1 tablespoon chutney; 1 tablespoon vinegar; 1/2 cup chicken broth; 1 tablespoon worcestershire sauce; 1 teaspoon dijon mustard; 1 teaspoon paprika; 1/2 each lemon juice and rind of; 2 teaspoons brown sugar; 1 tablespoon parsley leaves finely chopped; 1 each bay leaves; 1 x salt and black pepper to taste

Servings: persons

4 large chicken legs quarters
6 tablespoons vegetable oil
1 each onions finely chopped
1 clove garlic crushed
8 ounces tomatoes
1 tablespoon ketchup
1 tablespoon chutney
1 tablespoon vinegar
1/2 cup chicken broth
1 tablespoon worcestershire sauce
1 teaspoon dijon mustard
1 teaspoon paprika
1/2 each lemon juice and rind of
2 teaspoons brown sugar
1 tablespoon parsley leaves finely chopped
1 each bay leaves
1 x salt and black pepper to taste

1
Wash chicken and pat dry.
2
Heat oil in saucepan.
3
Add onion and garlic and saute for 5 minutes.
4
Add remaining ingredients except chicken.
5
Simmer 20 to 30 minutes.
6
Strain and set aside to cool.
7
With a sharp knife, make small cuts in chicken pieces.
8
Spoon cooled barbecue sauce over chicken and let stand for at least 1/2 hour.
9
Heat broiler or grill.
10
Cook about 30 to 45 minutes, depending on size of chicken pieces.
11
Baste frequently with barbecue sauce.
12
Test for doneness by pricking chicken with skewer; if juice runs clear, chicken is done.
13
Heat remaining sauce and serve separately.

469

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* Per serving · 4 servings · Values may vary.

Tips for the best results

Read through all the steps once before you start and measure out your ingredients first — it makes everything go more smoothly.
Taste as you go and adjust the seasoning before serving.
Avoid overcrowding the pan — cook in batches if needed for the best texture.
Let the dish rest for a few minutes before serving so the flavors settle.
Store leftovers in an airtight container in the fridge and enjoy within a few days.

Variations & substitutions

Brown sugar instead of white sugar adds a deeper, more caramel-like flavor.

No specific allergen information. Please check the ingredient list for possible allergens.

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This recipe makes 4 servings. You can adjust the portion size directly on this page.

You need 17 ingredients. The key ingredients include: 4 large chicken legs quarters, 6 tablespoons vegetable oil, 1 each onions finely chopped, 1 clove garlic crushed, and more.

Yes, Barbecued Chicken Legs falls under the Meat & Poultry category and is a great choice for this type of meal.

Store leftovers in an airtight container in the refrigerator for up to 3–4 days. Reheat gently before serving.

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Barbecued Chicken Legs

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Variations & substitutions

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