Step 1

Preheat your oven to 425 degrees F. Lightly oil a baking dish (or spray with cooking spray).

Step 2

Combine Italian seasoning, salt, garlic powder and red pepper in a small bowl. Set aside.

Step 3

Remove any excess skin from chicken using kitchen shears (or very carefully with a knife).

Step 4

Place leg quarters skin-side up in prepared baking dish. Brush evenly with melted butter, then drizzle with lemon juice.

Step 5

Sprinkle seasoning mixture evenly over chicken.

Step 6

Bake for 45 to 50 minutes (uncovered), or until chicken is no longer pink and juices run clear (will depend upon size of leg quarters).

Step 7

Allow chicken to rest for 5 minutes before serving.

Step 8

Sprinkle with parsley and garnish with lemon wedges before serving, if desired.