Baked legs with cream of mushroom is a delicious and easy-to-make dish. Here’s a simple recipe for baked chicken legs with cream of mushroom:
Ingredients:
- 8 chicken legs
- Salt and pepper, to taste
- 1 tablespoon olive oil
- 1 onion, finely chopped
- 2 cloves garlic, minced
- 1 can (10.5 oz) cream of mushroom soup
- 1/2 cup chicken broth
- 1 teaspoon dried thyme
- 1 teaspoon dried rosemary
- 1/2 cup heavy cream
- Chopped fresh parsley for garnish (optional)
Instructions:
- Preheat the Oven: Preheat your oven to 375°F (190°C).
- Season the Chicken: Season the chicken legs with salt and pepper. You can also add other preferred seasonings like paprika or garlic powder.
- Brown the Chicken: In a large oven-safe skillet, heat olive oil over medium-high heat. Brown the chicken legs on all sides until they develop a golden crust. This step is to seal in the juices.
- Sauté Onion and Garlic: Add finely chopped onion and minced garlic to the skillet. Sauté until the onion becomes translucent and fragrant.
- Prepare the Cream of Mushroom Sauce: Pour in the cream of mushroom soup and chicken broth. Stir to combine. Add dried thyme and rosemary for flavor. Bring the mixture to a simmer.
- Add Heavy Cream: Pour in the heavy cream, stirring continuously. Allow the sauce to thicken slightly.
- Bake in the Oven: Nestle the browned chicken legs into the mushroom sauce. Place the skillet in the preheated oven and bake for about 30-35 minutes, or until the chicken reaches an internal temperature of 165°F (74°C).
- Garnish and Serve: Once the chicken is cooked through, remove the skillet from the oven. Garnish with chopped fresh parsley if desired. Serve the baked chicken legs with cream of mushroom sauce over rice, pasta, or with your favorite side dishes.
Enjoy your baked chicken legs with creamy mushroom sauce! Feel free to customize the recipe with your favorite herbs and spices for added flavor.
