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A close-up of several Crispy Oven Baked Chicken Drumsticks piled high on a white plate, showing juicy meat.

Crispy Oven Baked Chicken Drumsticks

Make these crispy oven-baked chicken drumsticks for a satisfying, guilt-free meal. The smell of seasoned chicken roasting will fill your kitchen. You will get the golden-brown crunch you want.
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Prep Time 10 minutes
Cook Time 50 minutes
Total Time 1 hour
Servings: 15 drumsticks
Course: Dinner
Cuisine: American
Ingredients Equipment Method Notes

Ingredients
  

  • 3 packs Pasture-raised chicken drumsticks (about 13-15 total)
  • 3 tablespoons Extra virgin olive oil Use up to 4
  • 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 towel

Method
 

  1. Preheat your oven to 420 degrees Fahrenheit.
  2. Pat all of the drumsticks dry with a paper towel to remove excess moisture, then add them to a large bowl.
  3. Once all drumsticks are in the bowl, make sure the skin is covering the drumstick and is not folded. Toss with olive oil, then add your seasonings. Mix until everything is fully coated.
  4. Prepare a baking sheet and rack by spraying them with oil. Stack the rack on top of the baking sheet to allow air to circulate around the drumsticks while cooking. 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 drumsticks are done when they are golden and crispy. Enjoy them.
  6. Store any leftover, cooked drumsticks in an airtight container in the refrigerator for up to 3 to 4 days.

Notes

These drumsticks are a favorite for family and friends. They prove that healthy food can be very delicious.

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