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Four golden brown, seasoned Crispy Oven Baked Chicken Drumsticks resting on a white plate.

Crispy Oven Baked Chicken Drumsticks

Make delicious, crispy chicken drumsticks in your oven. This recipe is simple to prepare and results in golden, flavorful chicken that your family will enjoy. It is a practical option for busy home cooks seeking a satisfying meal.
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Prep Time 10 minutes
Cook Time 50 minutes
Total Time 1 hour
Servings: 15 drumsticks
Course: Dinner
Cuisine: American
Calories: 300
Ingredients Equipment Method Nutrition Notes

Ingredients
  

  • 3 packs Pasture-raised chicken drumsticks (about 13-15 total)
  • 3 tablespoons Extra virgin olive oil Use up to 4 tablespoons
  • 2 teaspoons Sea salt
  • 2 teaspoons Garlic powder
  • 2 teaspoons Chili powder
  • 2 teaspoons Oregano
  • 1 teaspoon Paprika
  • 1 teaspoon Ground pepper

Equipment

  • Large bowl
  • Baking sheet
  • Wire rack
  • paper towels

Method
 

  1. Preheat your oven to 420 degrees Fahrenheit.
  2. Pat all of the drumsticks dry with a paper towel to remove extra moisture. Place them in a large bowl.
  3. Make sure the skin of the chicken covers the drumstick and is not folded over. Toss the drumsticks with olive oil. Add your seasonings and mix until everything is fully coated.
  4. Spray a baking sheet and a wire rack with oil. Stack the rack on top of the baking sheet to allow air to circulate around the drumsticks. Add each drumstick to the pan. Bake for 35 minutes. Remove the pan, flip the drumsticks, and bake for the remaining 15 minutes.
  5. The chicken is done when it is golden and crispy. Store any cooked leftovers in an airtight container in the refrigerator for up to 3 to 4 days.

Nutrition

Calories: 300kcalProtein: 30gFat: 20g

Notes

This recipe creates a flavorful, keto-friendly version of a comfort food classic. The use of a rack helps the chicken skin crisp up evenly on all sides.

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