Elevate your dinner with Baked Chicken Drumsticks! A juicy, tender recipe that’s as easy to make as it is delicious. Perfect for busy evenings!
Baked Chicken Drumsticks Recipe
Enjoy effortlessly delicious meals with baked chicken drumsticks! This recipe takes the guesswork out of dinner with minimal prep and effortless seasoning steps. By using bone-in, skin-on drumsticks, you ensure juicy, tender, flavorful meat. Just season the drumsticks with a blend of spices, bake, and you’re set to enjoy a delicious main dish. Whether pairing it with a side of cheesy broccoli rice or your favorite veggies, these drumsticks are a surefire hit for a cozy night in.
Ingredients:
- 1.75 lbs chicken drumsticks
- 2 Tbsp preferred cooking oil
- 1 tsp smoked paprika
- ½ tsp garlic powder
- ¼ tsp onion powder
- ⅛ tsp cayenne pepper
- ¼ tsp oregano
- ¼ tsp freshly cracked black pepper
- ½ tsp salt
EQUIPMENT
- Enamelware Sheet Pan
- Tongs
- Meat Thermometer
NOTES
Instructions:
- Preheat the Oven: Begin by preheating your oven to 425ºF.
- Decide which herbs and spices you want. For this recipe, combine 1 tsp smoked paprika, ½ tsp garlic powder, ¼ tsp onion powder, ⅛ tsp cayenne pepper, ¼ tsp oregano, ¼ tsp freshly cracked black pepper, and ½ tsp salt.
- Place the chicken drumsticks in a large bowl and drizzle the 2 Tbsp of your preferred cooking oil over them. Add the mixed herbs and spices and toss the drumsticks until they’re evenly coated with the seasoning and oil.
- Transfer the seasoned drumsticks onto a baking sheet, ensuring they’re spaced out enough so they do not touch. Tip: Lining the baking sheet with parchment paper can make cleanup easier.
- Bake the drumsticks in the oven for about 40 minutes, turning them once at the halfway mark, until their internal temperature reaches 175ºF.
- Remove from the oven and serve hot. For an added touch, garnish with parsley for color, although it’s not needed for flavor.
Serving Suggestions
Serve the BAKED CHICKEN DRUMSTICKS with sides like:
- Cheesy Broccoli Rice
- Mashed potatoes
- Mushroom Rice
- Three Bean Salad
- Oven Roasted Broccoli
- Parmesan Roasted Potatoes
- Simple Sautéed Vegetables
- Roasted Potatoes
- Loaded Smashed Potatoes
- Herby Potato Salad
Tips and Tricks for Baked Chicken Drumsticks
- Dark meat like drumsticks and thighs is very forgiving. The skin helps hold in moisture, and the higher fat content of the meat helps it stay tender and juicy. You can also use bone-in, skin-on chicken thighs with the same baking method.
- Chicken breast, being a leaner cut, requires a slightly different technique. For a bone-in, skin-on chicken breast, it’s recommended to use the method described in the Herb Roasted Chicken Breast recipe on Budget Bytes.
- For boneless, skinless chicken breasts, you should follow the method outlined in the Garlic Herb Baked Chicken Breast recipe on the same site.
- Feel free to experiment with your favorite herbs and spices to season the drumsticks.
Enjoy your baked chicken drumsticks for a complete and satisfying meal!
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