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Chicken Drumsticks Recipe

This simple, smoky-spiced chicken drumsticks recipe delivers juicy, crispy skin and bold flavors in under an hour — perfect for quick, satisfying weeknight dinners or casual gatherings.
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Course: Main Course
Cuisine: American
Prep Time: 10 minutes
Cook Time: 30 minutes
Total Time: 40 minutes
Calories: 254kcal
Author: Jacob Allen
Servings: 6

Equipment

  • Large mixing bowl
  • Baking sheet or oven-safe pan
  • Tongs or Spatula
  • Oven

Ingredients

  • 1 tsp smoked paprika
  • 1/2 tsp garlic powder
  • 1/4 tsp onion powder
  • 1/8 tsp cayenne pepper
  • 1/4 tsp dried oregano
  • 1/2 tsp salt
  • 1/4 tsp freshly cracked black pepper
  • 1.75 lbs. chicken drumsticks 6 pieces
  • 2 Tbsp cooking oil

Instructions

  • Preheat the oven to 425°F (220°C).
  • In a large bowl, combine smoked paprika, garlic powder, onion powder, cayenne pepper, oregano, salt, and black pepper.
    In a large bowl, combine smoked paprika, garlic powder, onion powder, cayenne pepper, oregano, salt, and black pepper.
  • Add chicken drumsticks and cooking oil to the bowl. Toss to coat evenly with the spice mixture.
    Add chicken drumsticks and cooking oil to the bowl. Toss to coat evenly with the spice mixture.
  • Arrange the drumsticks on a baking sheet or oven-safe pan in a single layer.
    Arrange the drumsticks on a baking sheet or oven-safe pan in a single layer.
  • Roast in the oven for 30-35 minutes, turning halfway, until skin is crispy and chicken is cooked through.
    Roast in the oven for 30-35 minutes, turning halfway, until skin is crispy and chicken is cooked through.
  • Remove from oven and let rest for a few minutes before serving.
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Nutrition

Calories: 254kcal | Carbohydrates: 1g | Protein: 23g | Fat: 17g | Saturated Fat: 5g | Polyunsaturated Fat: 5g | Monounsaturated Fat: 12g | Trans Fat: 1g | Cholesterol: 167mg | Sodium: 332mg | Potassium: 745mg | Fiber: 0.2g | Sugar: 1g | Vitamin A: 1073IU | Vitamin C: 1mg | Calcium: 138mg | Iron: 2mg