Here’s a simple, flavorful recipe for Chicken Drumsticks — crispy on the outside and juicy on the inside.
🍗 Baked Chicken Drumsticks
🛒 Ingredients (Serves 4)
- 8–10 chicken drumsticks
- 2 tbsp olive oil
- 1 tsp garlic powder
- 1 tsp paprika (smoked paprika for extra flavor)
- ½ tsp onion powder
- ½ tsp dried thyme or Italian seasoning
- 1 tsp salt
- ½ tsp black pepper
👩🍳 Instructions
1️⃣ Preheat Oven
- Preheat oven to 400°F (200°C).
- Line a baking sheet with foil and place a wire rack on top (for crispier skin).
2️⃣ Season Drumsticks
- Pat drumsticks dry with paper towels (this helps crisp the skin).
- In a bowl, toss with olive oil and all seasonings until evenly coated.
3️⃣ Bake
- Arrange drumsticks in a single layer on the rack.
- Bake 35–45 minutes, turning once halfway through.
- Internal temperature should reach 165°F (74°C).
4️⃣ Optional Crisp Finish
- Broil for 2–3 minutes at the end for extra crispy skin.
5️⃣ Serve
- Let rest 5 minutes before serving.
- Serve with rice, roasted potatoes, salad, or steamed vegetables.
🔥 Flavor Variations
- BBQ Drumsticks: Brush with barbecue sauce during the last 10 minutes.
- Honey Garlic: Mix honey, soy sauce, and garlic; brush on before baking.
- Spicy: Add cayenne pepper or hot sauce.
- Lemon Herb: Add lemon zest and fresh rosemary before baking.
- Air Fryer: Cook at 380°F (193°C) for 20–25 minutes, flipping halfway.
If you’d like, I can give you a crispy fried chicken drumsticks recipe with a seasoned buttermilk coating for extra crunch.
