Easy Baked Chicken Drumsticks

Perfectly baked crispy golden chicken drumsticks on a light gray plate.

Easy Baked Chicken Drumsticks

My easy baked chicken drumsticks are the perfect go-to dinner when you need something simple, flavorful, and satisfying. Cooked in the oven until golden and crispy on the outside while staying tender and juicy inside, they’re a hit with both kids and adults. With just a few seasonings from the pantry, you can have a delicious meal on the table in no time!

Course Dinner

Cuisine American

Keyword baked chicken thighs, chicken drumsticks recipe, chicken leg recipe

Prep Time 5

Cook Time 40

Total Time 45

Servings

Author Ivory

Equipment

Ingredients

6 chicken drumsticks
2 tablespoons olive oil
½ teaspoon salt (or salt to taste)
¼ teaspoon ground black pepper
½ teaspoon garlic powder
½ teaspoon onion powder
½ teaspoon smoked paprika
½ teaspoon ground mustard
½ teaspoon dried parsley flakes

Instructions

Preheat the oven to 415 degrees Fahrenheit.
Line a sheet pan with parchment paper and set it aside.
To a large bowl, add the olive oil, salt, pepper, garlic powder, onion powder, smoked paprika, ground mustard, and dried parsley flakes. Stir until well blended.
Pat the chicken dry using a paper towel.
Add the chicken to the bowl with the seasoning and oil mixture. Toss until well coated.
Place the drumsticks on the prepared sheet pan, making sure they are not touching.
Bake for 40–45 minutes, or until the internal temperature reaches at least 165 degrees Fahrenheit and the skin is golden and crispy.
Remove from the oven and let the chicken rest for 5 minutes before serving. Enjoy and serve with your favorite sides.

Notes

Storage And Reheating Instructions:

Storage: Let the leftovers cool completely, then store them in an airtight container in the fridge for up to 4 days.
Reheating: To keep the skin crispy, reheat drumsticks in the oven at 375 degrees Fahrenheit for about 10–15 minutes or in an air fryer for 5–6 minutes. You can microwave them in a pinch, but the skin won’t be as crisp.

Pro Tips:

Let the chicken drumsticks rest for 5 minutes after they come out of the oven. This will result in juicer drumsticks as the juices will have time to redistribute throughout the chicken.
Pat the chicken dry before tossing with olive oil and seasoning. This ensures the skin will get super crispy as it bakes.

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