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Oven-Baked Chicken Drumsticks

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Prep Time 10 minutes
Cook Time 45 minutes
Total Time 55 minutes
Servings: 6
Ingredients Method

Ingredients
  

  • 12 chicken drumsticks
  • 2 tablespoons olive oil
  • 2 teaspoons smoked paprika
  • 1 teaspoon garlic powder
  • 1 teaspoon onion powder
  • 1 teaspoon Italian seasoning
  • 1 teaspoon kosher salt
  • ½ teaspoon black pepper
  • ½ teaspoon cayenne pepper optional
  • 1 tablespoon chopped fresh parsley for garnish

Method
 

1. Preheat
  1. Preheat your oven to 425°F (220°C).
  2. Line a large baking sheet with parchment paper or lightly grease a baking rack placed over the baking sheet.
2️⃣ Season the Chicken
  1. Pat the drumsticks completely dry with paper towels.
  2. Place them in a large bowl and drizzle with olive oil.
  3. Sprinkle with:
  4. Smoked paprika
  5. Garlic powder
  6. Onion powder
  7. Italian seasoning
  8. Salt
  9. Black pepper
  10. Cayenne (if using)
  11. Toss until every drumstick is evenly coated.
3️⃣ Arrange
  1. Place the drumsticks on the baking sheet, leaving a little space between each piece.
4️⃣ Bake
  1. Bake for 40–45 minutes, turning once halfway through cooking.
  2. The skin should become beautifully golden and crispy, and the internal temperature should reach 165°F (74°C).
5️⃣ Rest
  1. Allow the chicken to rest for 5 minutes before serving.
  2. Sprinkle with chopped parsley.
  3. Serve immediately.