Best Crispy Oven Baked Chicken Drumsticks
Enjoy perfectly cooked, crispy chicken drumsticks that are juicy on the inside and easy to make, perfect for any gathering.
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 35 minutes
- Total Time: 45 minutes
- Yield: 4 servings 1x
- Category: Main Course
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: American
- Diet: None
Ingredients
Scale
- 8 chicken drumsticks
- 2 tablespoons olive oil
- 1 teaspoon garlic powder
- 1 teaspoon onion powder
- 1 teaspoon paprika
- Salt and pepper to taste
- 1 teaspoon dried herbs (such as thyme or oregano)
Instructions
- Preheat your oven to a cozy 425°F (220°C).
- Mix together the olive oil, garlic powder, onion powder, paprika, salt, and pepper in a large bowl.
- Add the chicken drumsticks to the bowl and toss until they are well coated.
- Place the drumsticks on a baking sheet lined with parchment paper.
- Bake in the preheated oven for 30-35 minutes, or until the chicken is cooked through and crispy.
- Remove from the oven and let the drumsticks rest for a few minutes before serving.
Notes
For extra crispiness, try patting the drumsticks dry before coating them. You can also marinate the chicken in the spice mixture for a few hours or overnight for deeper flavor.
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 drumstick
- Calories: 270
- Sugar: 0g
- Sodium: 350mg
- Fat: 18g
- Saturated Fat: 4g
- Unsaturated Fat: 14g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 2g
- Fiber: 0g
- Protein: 25g
- Cholesterol: 80mg