Low Fat Grilled Chicken Leg with Skin

Elevate your weeknight dinners with this *Low Fat Grilled Chicken Leg with Skin,* a perfect blend of flavor and simplicity! This healthy yet satisfying recipe uses a zesty marinade of olive oil, lemon juice, garlic, Dijon mustard, and fragrant thyme, resulting in tender, juicy chicken with irresistibly crispy skin. With just 15 minutes of prep and a short marination period for that extra burst of flavor, this dish makes grilling easy and impressive. It's a low-fat option that doesn't compromise on taste, perfect for summer cookouts or cozy family meals. Serve these smoky, golden-brown chicken legs alongside a fresh salad or grilled veggies for a wholesome, protein-packed feast. Keywords: grilled chicken legs, low-fat chicken recipe, healthy grilled chicken, crispy chicken skin, barbecue chicken marinade.

Nutriscore Rating: 60/100

Prep Time:15 mins

Cook Time:35 mins

Total Time:50 mins

Servings: 4

Ingredients

• 4 pieces Chicken legs with skin
• 2 tablespoons Olive oil
• 2 tablespoons Lemon juice
• 3 cloves Garlic cloves, minced
• 1 tablespoon Dijon mustard
• 1 teaspoon Paprika
• 1 teaspoon Salt
• 0.5 teaspoon Black pepper
• 1 tablespoon Fresh thyme leaves

Directions

Step 1

Start by preparing the marinade. In a large mixing bowl, combine the olive oil, lemon juice, minced garlic, Dijon mustard, paprika, salt, black pepper, and fresh thyme leaves. Whisk all the ingredients together until well combined.

Step 2

Place the chicken legs in a large resealable plastic bag or a shallow dish. Pour the marinade over the chicken legs, ensuring each piece is well coated. Seal the bag or cover the dish with plastic wrap and refrigerate for at least 2 hours, or overnight for best results.

Step 3

Preheat your grill to medium-high heat, approximately 375-400°F (190-200°C).

Step 4

Remove the chicken legs from the marinade, letting any excess drip off. Discard the remaining marinade.

Step 5

Place the chicken legs skin-side down on the grill. Grill for about 15-18 minutes per side, turning occasionally, until the skin is crispy and the internal temperature reaches 165°F (74°C).

Step 6

Once cooked, remove the chicken legs from the grill and let them rest for 5 minutes before serving. This allows the juices to redistribute, ensuring juicy and tender meat.

Step 7

Serve the grilled chicken legs hot with your choice of sides, such as a fresh salad or grilled vegetables.

Nutrition Facts

Serving size	(692.9g)

Amount per serving	% Daily Value*
Calories	1603.0

Total Fat 124.4g	0%
Saturated Fat 30.8g	0%
Polyunsaturated Fat 2.7g
Cholesterol 558mg	0%
Sodium 3202.2mg	0%
Total Carbohydrate 7.3g	0%
Dietary Fiber 1.6g	0%
Total Sugars 1.0g
Protein 109.1g	0%

Vitamin D 120IU	0%
Calcium 99.8mg	0%
Iron 6.7mg	0%
Potassium 1459.6mg	0%

*The % Daily Value tells you how much a nutrient in a serving of food contributes to a daily diet. 2,000 calories a day is used for general nutrition advice.

Source of Calories

Fat: 70.6%

Protein: 27.5%

Carbs: 1.8%