- Preheat the Oven:
- Preheat your oven to 400°F (200°C).
- Prepare Chicken Legs:
- Pat the chicken legs dry with paper towels. Season them with salt, black pepper, paprika, garlic powder, onion powder, and dried thyme. Drizzle with olive oil and rub the seasoning into the chicken.
- Bake Chicken Legs:
- Place the seasoned chicken legs on a baking sheet lined with parchment paper. Bake in the preheated oven for about 35-40 minutes or until the chicken is golden brown and cooked through.
- Prepare Mushroom Cream Sauce:
- In a skillet, melt butter over medium heat. Add sliced mushrooms and sauté until they release their moisture and become golden brown.
- Add Garlic:
- Stir in minced garlic and cook for an additional minute until fragrant.
- Deglaze with Chicken Broth:
- Pour in chicken broth to deglaze the skillet, scraping up any browned bits from the bottom.
- Add Cream and Thyme:
- Reduce heat to medium-low and add heavy cream and dried thyme. Stir and simmer for 5-7 minutes until the sauce thickens slightly.
- Season:
- Season the mushroom cream sauce with salt and black pepper to taste.
- Serve:
- Arrange the baked chicken legs on a serving platter and spoon the mushroom cream sauce over the top.
- Garnish and Enjoy:
- Garnish with chopped fresh parsley if desired. Serve the baked chicken legs with mushroom cream sauce hot and enjoy!
This dish pairs well with rice, mashed potatoes, or crusty bread to soak up the delicious sauce. It’s a comforting and flavorful meal that’s perfect for a cozy dinner.