At The Organic Butchery, our organic chicken legs are a versatile favourite for creating deeply flavoured, satisfying meals. Whether you’re drawn to slow-roasted comfort food, aromatic spices, or refined European classics, these three recipes showcase just how special a humble chicken leg can be when prepared with care.

1. Slow-Roasted Garlic & Herb Organic Chicken Legs

Ingredients (serves 4):

• 4 Organic Chicken Legs

• 3 tbsp olive oil

• 6 cloves garlic, crushed

• 2 sprigs fresh rosemary

• 2 sprigs thyme

• Zest and juice of 1 lemon

• Sea salt and freshly cracked black pepper

Method:

1. Preheat your oven to 180°C.

2. In a small bowl, combine olive oil, garlic, rosemary, thyme, lemon zest and juice.

3. Rub the marinade generously over the chicken legs, ensuring the skin is well coated.

4. Place on a roasting tray and cook for 45–50 minutes until golden brown and juices run clear.

5. Rest for 5 minutes before serving.

Description:
This dish epitomises simplicity done well: fragrant herbs, bright citrus, and slow roasting combine to produce succulent chicken with crisp, golden skin. A perfect centrepiece for a Sunday table or an elevated midweek supper.

2. Spiced Indian-Style Organic Chicken Legs with Yoghurt Marinade

Ingredients (serves 4):

• 4 Organic Chicken Legs

• 200g natural yoghurt

• 2 tbsp garam masala

• 1 tsp ground turmeric

• 1 tsp cumin seeds

• 1 tsp smoked paprika

• 2 cloves garlic, minced

• 2cm piece fresh ginger, grated

• Juice of 1 lime

• Fresh coriander to garnish

Method:

1. In a bowl, mix yoghurt, spices, garlic, ginger, and lime juice into a smooth marinade.

2. Coat the chicken legs and refrigerate for at least 2 hours, ideally overnight.

3. Preheat oven to 200°C. Place chicken on a baking tray lined with parchment.

4. Roast for 40–45 minutes until lightly charred and cooked through.

5. Garnish with fresh coriander and serve with basmati rice or flatbreads.

Description:
A warming, flavourful dish that celebrates aromatic Indian spices. The yoghurt marinade tenderises the chicken while locking in flavour, creating juicy meat with a lightly spiced crust—ideal for autumn suppers or sharing platters.

3. Provençal Braised Organic Chicken Legs with White Wine & Olives

Ingredients (serves 4):

• 4 Organic Chicken Legs

• 2 tbsp olive oil

• 1 onion, finely sliced

• 2 cloves garlic, minced

• 1 glass dry white wine

• 200ml chicken stock

• 150g pitted green olives

• 2 large tomatoes, chopped

• 2 sprigs fresh thyme

• Sea salt and black pepper

Method:

1. Heat olive oil in a heavy casserole dish. Brown chicken legs on all sides, then remove.

2. Add onion and garlic, cooking gently until softened.

3. Deglaze with white wine, then add stock, tomatoes, thyme, and olives.

4. Return the chicken to the pot, cover, and simmer for 45 minutes until tender.

5. Serve with crusty bread or creamy polenta to soak up the sauce.

Description:
This Provençal-inspired dish captures the essence of rustic French cooking—rich, layered flavours with tender chicken gently braised in white wine. The addition of olives and thyme lends brightness, making it both comforting and refined.

Why Choose Organic Chicken from The Organic Butchery?

Our chicken is certified organic from day one, raised with the highest standards of welfare and respect for natural farming methods. From roaming freely on organic pastures to a diet free from synthetic chemicals and routine antibiotics, every step ensures better flavour, healthier meat, and a positive impact on the environment. When you choose our organic chicken, you’re choosing food that honours tradition, ethics, and exceptional taste.