Preheat the oven to 425°F
Line a baking sheet with foil or parchment paper
Pat the chicken legs dry with paper towels
Place the chicken legs on the baking sheet
Brush or drizzle with oil
Season with salt, pepper, and any desired spices
Turn the chicken legs to coat evenly
Arrange the chicken legs in a single layer with space between them
Bake for 35 to 45 minutes
Flip the chicken legs halfway through cooking
Check that the internal temperature reaches 165°F
Remove from the oven
Let rest for 5 to 10 minutes before serving