Description
This Oven Baked Chicken Drumsticks recipe is a simple and delicious way to prepare juicy, flavorful chicken with a crispy skin. Coated in a blend of smoked paprika, onion powder, oregano, and a touch of brown sugar, these drumsticks bake to perfection in the oven, delivering a tasty meal perfect for any weeknight or gathering.
Ingredients
Scale
Chicken Drumsticks
- 3 pounds chicken drumsticks
Seasoning
- 1 tablespoon oil
- 1 tablespoon onion powder
- 1 teaspoon smoked paprika
- 1 teaspoon dried oregano
- 1 teaspoon brown sugar or coconut sugar
- 3/4 teaspoon salt
- 1/2 teaspoon ground black pepper
Instructions
- Preheat Oven: Preheat your oven to 425°F (220°C) and line a large baking sheet with parchment paper. This prevents sticking and makes cleanup easier.
- Prepare Chicken: In a large bowl, place the chicken drumsticks. Drizzle them with 1 tablespoon of oil and toss well with kitchen tongs to ensure all pieces are evenly coated in oil.
- Season Chicken: Sprinkle the onion powder, smoked paprika, dried oregano, brown sugar, salt, and black pepper over the drumsticks. Use the tongs to mix thoroughly so every piece is well seasoned with the spice mixture.
- Arrange on Baking Sheet: Spread the coated drumsticks out in a single layer on the prepared baking sheet. Use a second baking sheet if necessary to avoid overcrowding, which helps crispiness.
- Bake: Place the baking sheet in the oven and bake the drumsticks for 35 minutes, or until a meat thermometer inserted into the thickest part of a drumstick reads 165°F (74°C) to ensure they are fully cooked.
- Serve: Remove the drumsticks from the oven and serve immediately. Pair them with potato wedges, rice, a simple salad, or roasted vegetables for a complete meal.
Notes
- Store: Keep leftover drumsticks refrigerated in an airtight container for up to 5 days. Reheat in an air fryer at 375°F for 5 minutes (recommended), in the oven for 10 minutes, or using a microwave.
- Freeze: Freeze cooked drumsticks in an airtight container for up to 3 months. Thaw overnight in the refrigerator before reheating.
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 drumstick (about 115g)
- Calories: 220
- Sugar: 1.5g
- Sodium: 370mg
- Fat: 12g
- Saturated Fat: 3.5g
- Unsaturated Fat: 7g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 4g
- Fiber: 0.5g
- Protein: 23g
- Cholesterol: 75mg
