Description
Crispy Easy Everyday Baked Chicken Drumsticks are the perfect weeknight meal that will impress your family with their irresistible flavor and crunch. This simple recipe transforms basic chicken drumsticks into a golden-brown delight, seasoned to perfection. With just a handful of ingredients and straightforward preparation, you’ll have a delicious dinner on the table in no time, making it an ideal choice for busy nights.
Ingredients
Scale
- 10 chicken drumsticks
- 2 tbsp extra virgin olive oil
- 1 tsp garlic powder
- 1 tsp smoked paprika
- 1 tsp salt (adjust to taste)
- ½ tsp black pepper (adjust to taste)
- Fresh herbs (optional)
Instructions
- Preheat your oven to 425°F (220°C) and line a baking sheet with parchment paper.
- Pat the chicken drumsticks dry with paper towels for extra crispiness.
- Place drumsticks in a bowl, drizzle with olive oil, and sprinkle garlic powder, smoked paprika, salt, and pepper. Toss to coat evenly.
- Arrange the drumsticks on the baking sheet in a single layer, ensuring they are not crowded.
- Bake for 40-45 minutes or until golden brown and internal temperature reaches 165°F (74°C).
- Let rest for 5 minutes before serving.
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 45 minutes
- Category: Main
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: American
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 drumstick
- Calories: 180
- Sugar: 0g
- Sodium: 450mg
- Fat: 10g
- Saturated Fat: 2g
- Unsaturated Fat: 7g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 0g
- Fiber: 0g
- Protein: 20g
- Cholesterol: 70mg