Baked Chicken Drumsticks
Baked chicken drumsticks are a delightful dish perfect for any occasion. With their crispy, golden-brown skin and juicy meat, these drumsticks are sure to impress your family and friends. Simple to prepare and customizable with your favorite seasonings, they make for an unforgettable meal that will have everyone asking for seconds.
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 40 minutes
- Total Time: 50 minutes
- Yield: Serves approximately 4
- Category: Main
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: American
Ingredients
Scale
- 8 chicken drumsticks (about 2 lbs)
- 2 tbsp olive oil
- 1 tsp garlic powder
- 2 tsp paprika (smoked or regular)
- 1 tsp salt
- 1/2 tsp black pepper
- 1 tbsp fresh or dried herbs (like thyme or rosemary)
Instructions
- Preheat your oven to 425°F (220°C).
- Line a baking sheet with aluminum foil or parchment paper and lightly grease it.
- In a bowl, drizzle olive oil over the drumsticks. Sprinkle garlic powder, paprika, salt, pepper, and herbs; rub into the chicken until evenly coated.
- Arrange the drumsticks on the baking sheet with space between each piece.
- Bake for 35-40 minutes until golden brown and an internal temperature of 165°F (75°C) is reached.
- Let rest for five minutes before serving.
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 drumstick (approximately 100g)
- Calories: 220
- Sugar: 0g
- Sodium: 330mg
- Fat: 14g
- Saturated Fat: 4g
- Unsaturated Fat: 10g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 0g
- Fiber: 0g
- Protein: 23g
- Cholesterol: 85mg