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Oven-Baked Chicken Drumsticks

Crispy and flavorful oven-baked chicken drumsticks, seasoned with a blend of spices for a delicious meal.
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Prep Time 15 minutes
Cook Time 45 minutes
Total Time 1 hour
Servings: 4 servings
Course: Main Course
Cuisine: American
Calories: 250
Ingredients Method Nutrition Notes

Ingredients
  

Chicken Drumsticks
  • 8 pieces chicken drumsticks skin-on, bone-in
Spice Mix
  • 2 tablespoons olive oil for coating
  • 1 teaspoon paprika
  • 1 teaspoon garlic powder
  • 1 teaspoon onion powder
  • 1 teaspoon salt to taste
  • 1/2 teaspoon black pepper freshly ground
  • 1/2 teaspoon dried oregano
  • 1/2 teaspoon dried thyme

Method
 

Preparation
  1. Preheat the oven to 425?F (220?C).
  2. Line a baking sheet with aluminum foil for easy cleanup.
  3. In a mixing bowl, combine olive oil, paprika, garlic powder, onion powder, salt, black pepper, oregano, and thyme to create a spice mix.
  4. Pat the chicken drumsticks dry with paper towels and place them in the bowl with the spice mix. Toss to coat evenly.
Cooking
  1. Arrange the coated drumsticks on the prepared baking sheet, ensuring they are not touching.
  2. Bake in the preheated oven for 40-45 minutes, or until the internal temperature reaches 165?F (75?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: 500IUCalcium: 10mgIron: 1mg

Notes

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

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