Baked Chicken Legs with Cream of Mushroom
Tender chicken legs baked to perfection in a creamy mushroom sauce. This dish is rich, comforting, and perfect for an easy weeknight meal. Serve with rice, mashed potatoes, or roasted veggies for a complete dinner.
Ingredients:
- 6-8 chicken legs (drumsticks)
- 1 can (10.75 oz) cream of mushroom soup
- 1/2 cup sour cream
- 1/2 cup chicken broth
- 1 onion, thinly sliced
- 2 cloves garlic, minced
- 1 tbsp olive oil
- 1 tsp paprika
- 1/2 tsp dried thyme
- Salt and black pepper, to taste
- Fresh parsley, for garnish (optional)
Instructions:
- Preheat the Oven:
- Preheat your oven to 375°F (190°C).
- Prepare the Chicken:
- Pat the chicken legs dry with paper towels and season them generously with salt, black pepper, and paprika.
- Sear the Chicken:
- In a large oven-safe skillet or frying pan, heat olive oil over medium-high heat.
- Add the chicken legs and sear them on all sides until golden brown, about 3-4 minutes per side. Remove the chicken from the pan and set aside.
- Cook the Onion and Garlic:
- In the same skillet, add the sliced onion and minced garlic. Cook until the onion is soft and translucent, about 3-4 minutes.
- Make the Creamy Mushroom Sauce:
- In a bowl, whisk together the cream of mushroom soup, sour cream, and chicken broth until smooth.
- Pour the mixture into the skillet with the onions and garlic, stirring to combine. Add the dried thyme and season with salt and pepper to taste.
- Assemble and Bake:
- Return the seared chicken legs to the skillet, nestling them into the creamy mushroom sauce.
- If you’re not using an oven-safe skillet, transfer the sauce and chicken into a baking dish.
- Cover the dish with aluminum foil and bake for 35-40 minutes, or until the chicken is cooked through and reaches an internal temperature of 165°F (74°C).
- Serve:
- Once done, remove the chicken from the oven and garnish with freshly chopped parsley, if desired.
- Serve hot with rice, mashed potatoes, or your favorite side dish to soak up the creamy mushroom sauce.
Enjoy!
This Baked Chicken Legs with Cream of Mushroom dish is a hearty, flavorful meal that brings together tender chicken and a creamy, savory sauce. It’s a perfect comfort food for any night of the week!
