Description
Baked chicken drumsticks are a delightful comfort food that combines crispy skin with juicy meat, perfect for family dinners or gatherings. With a fragrant mix of garlic, herbs, and spices, these drumsticks promise to tantalize your taste buds. Simple to prepare and highly customizable, they can easily become the star of your meal. Serve them hot, paired with your favorite sides or dipping sauces, and get ready for compliments!
Ingredients
Scale
- 10 chicken drumsticks (about 2.5 lbs)
- 2 tbsp olive oil
- 1 tsp garlic powder
- 1 tsp smoked paprika
- 1 tsp kosher salt
- ½ tsp black pepper
- 1 tbsp fresh herbs (e.g., rosemary or thyme), chopped
Instructions
- Preheat the oven to 425°F (220°C).
- Line a baking sheet with aluminum foil or parchment paper.
- In a large bowl, toss the drumsticks with olive oil, garlic powder, smoked paprika, salt, pepper, and herbs until evenly coated.
- Arrange the seasoned drumsticks in a single layer on the prepared baking sheet.
- Bake for 35-40 minutes until golden brown and an internal temperature of 165°F (75°C) is reached.
- Let rest for 5 minutes before serving.
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 40 minutes
- Category: Main
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: American
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 2 drumsticks (150g)
- Calories: 380
- Sugar: 0g
- Sodium: 780mg
- Fat: 22g
- Saturated Fat: 5g
- Unsaturated Fat: 17g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 1g
- Fiber: 0g
- Protein: 38g
- Cholesterol: 120mg