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Oven Baked Chicken Drumsticks Recipe

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This Oven Baked Chicken Drumsticks recipe offers a flavorful and easy way to prepare juicy chicken drumsticks with a blend of spices. Perfectly seasoned with smoked paprika, oregano, and a hint of sweetness from brown sugar, these drumsticks are baked to crispy perfection in the oven, making them a delicious and hassle-free meal option.

Ingredients

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Chicken

  • 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

  1. Preheat Oven: Preheat your oven to 425°F (220°C) and line a large baking sheet with parchment paper to prepare the baking surface and ensure easy cleanup.
  2. Coat Chicken with Oil: Place the chicken drumsticks in a large bowl and drizzle with the tablespoon of oil. Use kitchen tongs to toss the drumsticks until evenly coated with oil, which helps seasoning stick and promotes browning.
  3. Season Drumsticks: Sprinkle the onion powder, smoked paprika, dried oregano, brown sugar (or coconut sugar), salt, and black pepper over the drumsticks. Toss again with tongs to evenly distribute the spices on each piece for balanced flavor.
  4. Arrange on Baking Sheet: Spread the seasoned drumsticks in a single layer on the prepared baking sheet. Use a second sheet if necessary to avoid overcrowding, ensuring even cooking and crispiness.
  5. Bake Chicken: Bake for 35 minutes or until a thermometer inserted into the thickest part reads 165°F (74°C), indicating the chicken is fully cooked and safe to eat.
  6. Serve: Remove the drumsticks from the oven and serve hot with your choice of sides like potato wedges, rice, salad, or roasted vegetables.

Notes

  • Store leftover chicken in an airtight container in the refrigerator for up to 5 days. Reheat in an air fryer at 375°F for 5 minutes for best results, or alternatively, reheat in the oven for 10 minutes or microwave.
  • For longer storage, freeze cooked drumsticks in an airtight container for up to 3 months. Thaw overnight in the refrigerator before reheating.

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