Juicy Chicken Drumsticks in the Oven
A simple and satisfying recipe for oven-baked chicken drumsticks with a crispy exterior and juicy interior.
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 30 minutes
- Total Time: 40 minutes
- Yield: 4 servings 1x
- Category: Main Course
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: American
- Diet: Paleo
Ingredients
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- 6 chicken legs
- 1 stick salted butter (8 tablespoons)
- 1.5 cups grated parmesan cheese
- 1 tablespoon garlic powder
- 1 teaspoon salt
- 1 dash black pepper
Instructions
- Preheat your oven to 400°F (200°C).
- Line a baking sheet with parchment paper.
- Melt the butter in a small dish until fully liquid.
- Stir in parmesan cheese, garlic powder, salt, and pepper until well combined.
- Dip each chicken leg into the butter mixture, ensuring full coverage.
- Arrange the coated drumsticks on the prepared baking sheet without overlapping.
- Bake for about 30 minutes or until the internal temperature reaches 165°F (75°C) and the skin is golden brown.
- Let rest briefly before serving.
Notes
For extra crispiness, broil the chicken legs for a few minutes after baking, watching carefully to prevent burning.
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 serving
- Calories: 400
- Sugar: 1g
- Sodium: 500mg
- Fat: 30g
- Saturated Fat: 15g
- Unsaturated Fat: 10g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 8g
- Fiber: 0g
- Protein: 30g
- Cholesterol: 100mg
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