What is the best way to cook a chicken leg?

The best way to cook a chicken leg is by braising. Braising is a method of cooking that involves searing the chicken leg in a pan on the stovetop, then adding liquid and simmering until the chicken leg is cooked through. This method allows the chicken leg to develop a rich flavor from the searing and the braising liquid, while also keeping it tender and juicy.

Here are step-by-step instructions for braising chicken legs:

Ingredients:

- 4 bone-in, skin-on chicken legs

- 1 tablespoon olive oil

- 1/2 teaspoon salt

- 1/4 teaspoon black pepper

- 1 cup chicken broth

- 1/2 cup white wine

- 1/4 cup chopped onion

- 1/4 cup chopped carrots

- 1/4 cup chopped celery

- 2 cloves garlic, minced

- 1 bay leaf

- 1 teaspoon dried thyme

Instructions:

1. Preheat oven to 350 degrees F (175 degrees C).

2. Pat the chicken legs dry with paper towels.

3. Heat the olive oil in a large skillet over medium heat.

4. Season the chicken legs with salt and pepper.

5. Sear the chicken legs in the hot oil until they are browned on all sides.

6. Transfer the chicken legs to a baking dish.

7. Add the chicken broth, white wine, onion, carrots, celery, garlic, bay leaf, and thyme to the baking dish.

8. Cover the baking dish and braise in the preheated oven for 45 minutes, or until the chicken legs are cooked through.

9. Serve immediately with your favorite sides, such as mashed potatoes, rice, or roasted vegetables.

Enjoy!