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Baked Chicken Drumsticks

Crispy and flavorful baked chicken drumsticks seasoned to perfection.
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Prep Time 15 minutes
Cook Time 40 minutes
Total Time 55 minutes
Servings: 4 servings
Course: Main Course
Cuisine: American
Calories: 250
Ingredients Method Nutrition Notes

Ingredients
  

Chicken
  • 8 pieces chicken drumsticks skin-on, bone-in
Seasoning
  • 2 tablespoons olive oil for coating
  • 1 teaspoon salt to taste
  • 1 teaspoon black pepper to taste
  • 1 teaspoon garlic powder
  • 1 teaspoon paprika for color and flavor
  • 1 teaspoon onion powder

Method
 

Preparation
  1. Preheat the oven to 425°F (220°C).
  2. Line a baking sheet with parchment paper.
  3. In a mixing bowl, combine olive oil, salt, black pepper, garlic powder, paprika, and onion powder.
  4. Add the chicken drumsticks to the bowl and toss until evenly coated with the seasoning mixture.
Baking
  1. Place the seasoned drumsticks on the prepared baking sheet, ensuring they are spaced apart.
  2. Bake in the preheated oven for 35-40 minutes, or until the internal temperature reaches 165°F (74°C) and the skin is crispy.
  3. Remove from the oven and let rest for 5 minutes before serving.

Nutrition

Serving: 1servingCalories: 250kcalProtein: 24gFat: 18gSaturated Fat: 5gPolyunsaturated Fat: 2gMonounsaturated Fat: 10gCholesterol: 100mgSodium: 500mgPotassium: 300mgVitamin A: 200IUCalcium: 10mgIron: 1mg

Notes

For extra crispiness, broil the drumsticks for the last 2-3 minutes of cooking.

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