Oven Baked Chicken Drumsticks
This oven-baked chicken drumstick recipe is the perfect dinner idea that can be flavored with any of your favorite seasonings.Step-by-step photos can be seen below the recipe card.
Servings: 6 pieces
Ingredients
- 1 tsp smoked paprika $0.10
- 1/2 tsp garlic powder $0.05
- 1/4 tsp onion powder $0.03
- 1/8 tsp cayenne pepper $0.02
- 1/4 tsp dried oregano $0.03
- 1/2 tsp salt $0.02
- 1/4 tsp black pepper freshly cracked, $0.02
- 1.75 lbs. chicken drumsticks 6 pieces, $4.23 *
- 2 Tbsp cooking oil $0.32 **
Instructions
- Preheat the oven to 425ºF. Combine the smoked paprika, garlic powder, onion powder, cayenne pepper, oregano, salt, and pepper in a bowl.
- Place the chicken drumsticks in a bowl and drizzle the cooking oil over top. Sprinkle the prepared seasoning over the drumsticks, then toss until they're evenly coated in oil and spices.
- Place the seasoned drumsticks on a baking sheet with enough space around each so they're not touching. You can line the baking sheet with foil or parchment for easier cleanup, if desired.
- Transfer the chicken to the oven and bake for 40 minutes, or until they reach an internal temperature of 175ºF, flipping the drumsticks once half-way through. Serve hot.
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Notes
*Use bone-in, skin-on chicken drumsticks for maximum flavor and juiciness. I used 6 drumsticks (about 1.75 lbs total). If you're using more or less drumsticks, be sure to adjust the seasoning amounts accordingly. You can also swap in bone-in, skin-on chicken thighs using the same method as in this recipe.
**You can use any high-heat cooking oil, such as canola, vegetable, or avocado oil.
Nutrition
Serving: 1drumstick | Calories: 254kcal | Carbohydrates: 1g | Protein: 23g | Fat: 17g | Sodium: 332mg | Fiber: 0.2g