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Baked Chicken Drumsticks

Crispy Baked Chicken Drumsticks Recipe

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Prep Time 10 minutes
Cook Time 40 minutes
Total Time 50 minutes
Servings: 4 servings
Ingredients Method Notes

Ingredients
  

  • 8 chicken drumsticks (about 2 lb / 900 g)
  • 1 tbsp baking powder
  • 1 tsp kosher salt
  • 1/2 tsp black pepper
  • 1 tsp garlic powder
  • 1 tsp smoked paprika
  • 1 tbsp olive oil

Method
 

  1. Pat drumsticks dry. Mix baking powder, salt, pepper, garlic powder, and smoked paprika. Rub mixture all over chicken. Place on a wire rack set over a baking sheet and refrigerate uncovered at least 30 minutes.
  2. Remove tray from fridge and blot any visible moisture. Drizzle olive oil over drumsticks and rub to coat.
  3. Preheat oven to 425°F (200°C). Bake drumsticks on middle rack for 35 to 40 minutes, until skin is deep golden and internal temp reaches 175°F (80°C).
  4. Rest drumsticks on rack 5 minutes, then transfer to a platter. Squeeze fresh lemon over top and serve hot.

Notes

Air-drying the seasoned chicken in the fridge overnight gives even crispier results. No need to bring the chicken to room temperature before baking; straight from the fridge is fine.