Italian Baked Chicken

This Italian Baked Chicken recipe is a simple yet delicious way to enjoy tender and flavorful chicken legs. With minimal preparation, the chicken is marinated in zesty Italian dressing and baked to perfection. Ideal for a delightful and hassle-free dinner.

Ingredients:

• 🐔 8 chicken legs
• 🥗 1 (16 oz) bottle of Italian dressing
• 🧂 2 teaspoons salt
• 🌿 Optional: Freshly chopped Italian parsley for garnish

Instructions:

1. Marinate the Chicken:
   • Place the 8 chicken legs in a large bowl or resealable plastic bag.
   • Pour the entire bottle of Italian dressing over the chicken.
   • Add 2 teaspoons of salt, ensuring the chicken is evenly coated with the dressing and salt.
   • Cover the bowl or seal the bag, and marinate the chicken in the refrigerator for at least 2 hours, or for best results, leave it overnight.
2. Preheat and Prepare for Baking:
   • Preheat your oven to 385°F (195°C).
   • Take the marinated chicken from the refrigerator and place it in a baking dish. Cover the dish with a piece of foil.
3. Bake the Chicken:
   • Place the covered baking dish in the preheated oven and bake for 30 minutes.
   • After 30 minutes, remove the foil and put the dish back into the oven to bake uncovered for an additional 30 minutes.
4. Final Touch:
   • After a total of 60 minutes of baking, remove the dish from the oven and drain any excess dressing from the dish.
   • Return the chicken to the oven for an additional 5 minutes to achieve a crispy texture on the outside.
5. Garnish and Serve:
   • Remove the chicken from the oven and let it rest for a few minutes.
   • Optionally, chop some fresh Italian parsley and sprinkle it over the chicken for a fresh burst of flavor.
   • Serve your Italian baked chicken hot and enjoy!

Prep Time: 10 minutes (excluding marinating time)
Cook Time: 65 minutes
Total Time: 75 minutes plus marinating time
Servings: 4 servings

Cooking Tips:

• For an added twist, sprinkle some grated Parmesan cheese over the chicken during the final 5 minutes of baking.
• Feel free to add additional herbs like rosemary or thyme to the marinade for an enhanced aromatic flavor.

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