Chicken legs typically refer to the drumstick and thigh portions of a chicken.
Here's a breakdown:
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Drumstick: This is the lower part of the chicken leg, similar to the calf in humans.
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Thigh: This is the upper part of the chicken leg, analogous to the human thigh.
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Leg Quarter: When the drumstick and thigh are connected and sold together, they are often referred to as a leg quarter. This cut also usually includes a portion of the back.
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Hindquarter: Sometimes, though less commonly, the leg quarter is referred to as a hindquarter.
Essentially, when someone asks about chicken legs, they're often referring to the individual drumstick, or the drumstick and thigh sold together either as separate pieces or as a complete leg quarter.
