Easy Recipes: Crispy Baked Chicken Drumsticks
These crispy baked chicken drumsticks are seasoned to perfection and oven-roasted for a crunchy, juicy bite every time.
Servings: 3 servings
Ingredients
- 6 chicken drumsticks
- 1 tablespoon avocado oil (or olive oil)
- 1 teaspoon garlic powder
- 1 teaspoon smoked paprika
- 1 teaspoon onion powder
- 1/2 teaspoon dried thyme
- 1/2 teaspoon salt (or to taste)
- 1/4 teaspoon black pepper (or to taste)
Instructions
- Preheat the oven to 425°F (220°C). Line a baking sheet with parchment paper or foil and place a wire rack on top.
- Pat the drumsticks dry with paper towels, then place them in a large bowl.
- Drizzle the drumsticks with avocado oil, then add garlic powder, smoked paprika, onion powder, thyme, salt, and pepper.
- Toss everything together until the drumsticks are well coated with the oil and seasonings.
- Place the drumsticks on the wire rack, spacing them out evenly.
- Bake for 40–45 minutes, flipping halfway through, until the skin is crispy and the internal temperature reaches 165°F (74°C).
- Let rest a few minutes before serving hot.