What temperature cook chicken legs to?

How to Cook Chicken Legs

1. Preheat oven to 400 degrees F (200 degrees C).

2. Rinse the chicken legs under cold water and pat dry.

3. In a large bowl, combine the chicken legs with the olive oil, salt, pepper, paprika, and garlic powder. Toss to coat.

4. Spread the chicken legs in a single layer on a baking sheet lined with parchment paper.

5. Bake in the preheated oven for 25-30 minutes, or until the chicken is cooked through and browned. The internal temperature of the chicken should reach 165 degrees F (74 degrees C).

_Note: The cooking time may vary depending on the size and thickness of the chicken legs._

_Here are some tips for cooking chicken legs:_

- Use a meat thermometer to ensure that the chicken is cooked to the proper temperature.

- For a crispier skin, broil the chicken legs for a few minutes at the end of cooking.

- Chicken legs can also be grilled or roasted.

- Serve chicken legs with your favorite sides, such as mashed potatoes, roasted vegetables, or salad.