Description
Baked Chicken Drumsticks are a mouthwatering delight, featuring a crispy golden-brown skin and juicy, tender meat. This easy-to-make recipe guarantees satisfaction at any gathering—from cozy weeknight dinners to lively barbecues. With minimal ingredients and adaptable flavors, these drumsticks become a family favorite that everyone will love.
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
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.
- Season the drumsticks with salt and pepper, then drizzle with olive oil and rub thoroughly.
- In a bowl, mix garlic powder and smoked paprika. Sprinkle evenly over the drumsticks.
- Arrange the drumsticks on the baking sheet, ensuring space between each piece.
- Bake for 35-40 minutes until golden brown and internal temperature reaches 165°F (75°C).
- Let rest for 5 minutes before serving.
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 35 minutes
- Category: Main
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: American
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 drumstick (100g)
- Calories: 250
- Sugar: 0g
- Sodium: 400mg
- Fat: 16g
- Saturated Fat: 4g
- Unsaturated Fat: 11g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 0g
- Fiber: 0g
- Protein: 23g
- Cholesterol: 70mg