Leg in foil in the oven
Description
The dish is prepared without unnecessary complications. This interesting and simple recipe for chicken drumsticks baked in foil in the oven, thanks to the addition of wine and herbs, turns slightly dry chicken into tender and juicy meat. The legs cooked this way literally melt in your mouth. The finished dish can be served at the table.
Instructions
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Step 1
1. First, prepare the aromatic marinade. To do this, peel and mince the garlic. Mix it with mustard (you can use whole grain mustard for extra flavor). Season with salt and pepper to taste, add your favorite dried herbs, and a small amount of dry white wine. Mix everything thoroughly.
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Step 2
2. Wash the chicken legs, dry them with a paper towel, and place them in the marinade. The recipe for baking drumsticks in foil in the oven involves marinating the chicken for 30 minutes to 3 hours, depending on how much free time you have.
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Step 3
3. Place the drumsticks on a sheet of foil. If desired, the foil can be lightly greased with a small amount of vegetable oil.
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Step 4
4. Cover with foil on top, carefully tucking in the edges. For extra flavor, add a couple of fresh herb sprigs—such as rosemary—next to the chicken pieces. Place the dish or baking sheet in a preheated oven for 35–40 minutes.
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Step 5
5. Depending on the size of the drumsticks, the cooking time can be reduced. Then remove the dish from the oven and carefully unfold the foil packet so that the drumsticks baked in foil become not only tasty but also develop a golden crust. Return the baking sheet to the oven for another 5-7 minutes (you can use the broiler setting).
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Step 6
6. Once the legs have browned, they can be served with a side dish, vegetables, or your favorite sauce.