Description
Indulge in the irresistible aroma of baked chicken drumsticks straight from your oven! These drumsticks feature crispy skin and juicy meat, seasoned to perfection for a flavor explosion in every bite. Perfect for game nights or family dinners, this simple recipe is customizable to suit your taste preferences. With just a few essential ingredients and straightforward steps, you can impress your guests with a mouthwatering dish that’s sure to be a hit!
Ingredients
Scale
- 2 lbs chicken drumsticks
- 2 tbsp olive oil
- 1 tsp garlic powder
- 1 tsp smoked paprika
- 1 tsp salt
- ½ tsp black pepper
- Optional: Fresh herbs (thyme or rosemary)
Instructions
- Preheat the oven to 425°F (220°C).
- Pat the chicken drumsticks dry with paper towels.
- In a bowl, combine olive oil, garlic powder, paprika, salt, and pepper. Coat each drumstick thoroughly with the mixture.
- Place the seasoned drumsticks on a parchment-lined baking sheet, ensuring they are spaced apart.
- Bake for 35-40 minutes until the internal temperature reaches 165°F (74°C) and the skin is golden brown.
- Let rest for 5 minutes before serving.
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 40 minutes
- Category: Main
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: American
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 3 drumsticks (180g)
- Calories: 360
- Sugar: 0g
- Sodium: 600mg
- Fat: 24g
- Saturated Fat: 6g
- Unsaturated Fat: 16g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 0g
- Fiber: 0g
- Protein: 30g
- Cholesterol: 90mg