Easy Baked Chicken Drumsticks
Easy Baked Chicken Drumsticks offer a delightful combination of simplicity and flavor, making them an ideal dish for any occasion. With just a handful of ingredients, you can whip up these juicy, crispy drumsticks in no time. The perfect dry rub, featuring smoked paprika and a blend of herbs, enhances the natural taste of the chicken while creating a golden-brown crust that’s simply irresistible. Whether you’re preparing for a family dinner or hosting friends, these drumsticks are sure to impress. Serve them with your choice of sides for a complete, satisfying meal that everyone will enjoy.
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 40 minutes
- Total Time: 50 minutes
- Yield: Serves approximately 6 people 1x
- Category: Main
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: American
Ingredients
Scale
- 2.2 lb Chicken drumsticks (10–12 pieces)
- 1 tablespoon Smoked Paprika
- 1 tablespoon Mixed herbs
- 1 teaspoon Onion powder
- 1 teaspoon Garlic powder (optional)
- 1/2 teaspoon Cayenne pepper (optional)
- Salt to taste
- Black pepper to taste
Instructions
- Preheat oven to 200C/400F and line a baking tray with parchment paper.
- Pat chicken drumsticks dry with paper towels for crispy skin.
- In a mixing bowl, combine smoked paprika, onion powder, garlic powder (if using), mixed herbs, cayenne pepper (if using), salt, and black pepper.
- Coat the drumsticks in the dry rub mixture thoroughly.
- Arrange in a single layer on the baking sheet and bake for 35-40 minutes until golden brown and cooked through (internal temperature should reach 165F/74C). Let rest for 5 minutes before serving.
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 chicken drumstick (approximately 90g)
- Calories: 220
- Sugar: 0g
- Sodium: 440mg
- Fat: 14g
- Saturated Fat: 4g
- Unsaturated Fat: 9g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 1g
- Fiber: 0g
- Protein: 22g
- Cholesterol: 85mg
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