Baked Chicken Drumsticks
Baked chicken drumsticks are the ultimate comfort food, offering a crispy exterior and juicy interior that everyone loves. This simple recipe combines savory spices with a sweet marinade for a mouthwatering flavor explosion. Perfect for family dinners or casual gatherings, these drumsticks are easy to prepare and sure to impress your guests. Serve them alongside your favorite sides for a complete meal that will have everyone coming back for seconds!
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 40 minutes
- Total Time: 55 minutes
- Yield: Serves approximately 4 people 1x
- Category: Main
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: American
Ingredients
Scale
- 2 lbs chicken drumsticks
- 2 tbsp olive oil
- 1 tsp garlic powder
- 2 tsp paprika (smoked preferred)
- 1 tsp salt
- 1/2 tsp black pepper
- 3 tbsp honey
- 2 tbsp Dijon mustard
- 1 tbsp lemon juice
Instructions
- Preheat oven to 425°F (220°C). Line a baking sheet with foil and place a wire rack on top.
- In a bowl, whisk together honey, Dijon mustard, lemon juice, olive oil, garlic powder, paprika, salt, and pepper.
- Coat chicken drumsticks in the marinade and let sit for at least 30 minutes.
- Arrange marinated drumsticks on the wire rack, ensuring they are spaced apart.
- Bake for 35-40 minutes, flipping halfway through. Use a meat thermometer to check for an internal temperature of 165°F (75°C).
- For extra crispiness, broil for an additional 3-5 minutes. Let rest for 5 minutes before serving.
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 drumstick (100g)
- Calories: 250
- Sugar: 6g
- Sodium: 350mg
- Fat: 15g
- Saturated Fat: 4g
- Unsaturated Fat: 10g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 8g
- Fiber: 0g
- Protein: 20g
- Cholesterol: 70mg