Crispy Oven Baked Chicken Drumsticks
Enjoy the taste of fried chicken with these easy, crispy oven-baked drumsticks. A simple spice rub and a quick bake time make this a perfect weeknight meal.
- Prep Time: 10 min
- Cook Time: 40 min
- Total Time: 50 min
- Yield: 4 servings 1x
- Category: Dinner
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: American
- Diet: Vegetarian
Ingredients
Scale
- 2 pounds chicken drumsticks
- 1 tablespoon olive oil
- 1 teaspoon paprika
- 1 teaspoon garlic powder
- 1 teaspoon onion powder
- 1/2 teaspoon salt
- 1/4 teaspoon black pepper
- 1/4 teaspoon cayenne pepper (optional)
Instructions
- Preheat your oven to 400°F (200°C).
- Pat the chicken drumsticks dry with paper towels. This helps the skin get crispy.
- In a small bowl, mix together the paprika, garlic powder, onion powder, salt, black pepper, and cayenne pepper (if using).
- Drizzle the olive oil over the drumsticks and toss to coat evenly.
- Sprinkle the spice mixture over the drumsticks and toss again until they are well coated.
- Arrange the drumsticks in a single layer on a baking sheet. Make sure they are not touching each other for maximum crispiness.
- Bake for 35-45 minutes, or until the skin is golden brown and crispy, and the internal temperature reaches 165°F (74°C).
- Let the drumsticks rest for a few minutes before serving.
Notes
- For extra crispy skin, you can place the drumsticks under the broiler for the last 1-2 minutes of cooking, watching carefully to prevent burning.
- Serve with your favorite side dishes for a complete meal.
- This recipe is a great option for meal planning.
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 serving (approx. 2 drumsticks)
- Calories: 250
- Sugar: 1g
- Sodium: 300mg
- Fat: 15g
- Saturated Fat: 4g
- Unsaturated Fat: 11g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 2g
- Fiber: 1g
- Protein: 25g
- Cholesterol: 100mg
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