john martin > wrote:
> novice would like to know if there is a 'simple' uncomplicated way to
> satisfactorily cook a chicken leg in the microwave please. If its put in a
> glass bowl should some water be added to the bowl? thanks for advice.

Honestly, I've never tried this, but I would highly reccommned against
adding any water. I have cooked chicken legs by steaming and the result
is pretty blah. I think I would also just put it in a shallow microwave
safe disk with a paper towel cover to prevent splatter. A tight
glass lid would get you back to steaming. No guarantees here,
but that's my best guess as to how to make this worthwhile.

Now, here is what I would try. Lightly cover the whole thing with
some dry seasoning. I'd probably try lemon pepper first, but maybe
a barbecue rub. Add a little dusting of paprika. Don't overcook!
If this is a whole leg (thigh and drumstick) you should get an
instant read thermometer and check the temperature. Try 1 minute,
check for temperature/doneness, add another minute or 30 seconds
as seems needed. 165 F in the middle of the thigh meat (not touching
the bone) should be about right. It is kind of tough to get a good
reading on just a drumstick. After you've done this once or twice
you should get a feel for the time needed in your particular microwave,
and if you like the results enough to keep doing it.

Good luck.

Bill Ranck
Blacskburg, Va.