Description
Savor the irresistible crunch and juicy flavor of easy oven-baked chicken drumsticks. Perfectly seasoned and baked to golden perfection, these drumsticks are a crowd-pleaser for any gathering—from family dinners to game nights. With minimal prep time, you can enjoy crispy, tender bites that will have everyone coming back for seconds.
Ingredients
Scale
- 2 lbs chicken drumsticks
- 2 tbsp olive oil
- 1 tsp salt
- 1/2 tsp black pepper
- 2 tsp paprika
- 1 tsp garlic powder
- 1 tsp onion powder
- Your favorite seasoning blend (optional)
Instructions
- Preheat your oven to 425°F (220°C). Line a baking sheet with aluminum foil.
- Pat the chicken drumsticks dry with paper towels.
- In a large bowl, toss the drumsticks with olive oil until evenly coated.
- Sprinkle salt, pepper, paprika, garlic powder, onion powder, and any additional seasonings over the chicken. Massage the spices into the meat.
- Place the drumsticks on the prepared baking sheet in a single layer with space between each piece.
- Bake for 40-45 minutes, flipping halfway through cooking until they reach an internal temperature of 165°F (74°C) and are golden brown.
- Let rest for five minutes before serving.
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 45 minutes
- Category: Main
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: American
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 2 drumsticks (250g)
- Calories: 410
- Sugar: 0g
- Sodium: 800mg
- Fat: 25g
- Saturated Fat: 5g
- Unsaturated Fat: 20g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 0g
- Fiber: 0g
- Protein: 38g
- Cholesterol: 150mg