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Baked Chicken Drumsticks

A basic recipe for making baked chicken drumsticks, seasoned with paprika or curry powder.

Prep Time
10 mins
Cook Time
10 mins
Total Time
45 mins
Servings: 4 servings
Calories: 630 kcal
Course: Main Course
Cuisine: American

Ingredients

  • 12 chicken drumsticks divided
  • 4 tablespoons oil sunflower oil or olive oil, divided
  • 1 teaspoon salt divided
  • ½ teaspoon black pepper divided
  • 1 teaspoon sweet paprika powder
  • 1 teaspoon curry powder

Instructions

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  1. Preheat the oven to 200 degrees Celsius/ 400 degrees Fahrenheit. Line a baking tray with baking paper.
  2. Combine spices: Place 2 tablespoons oil, ½ teaspoon salt, ¼ teaspoon black pepper, and 1 teaspoon sweet paprika powder in a large bowl.
  3. Coat drumsticks: Pat the chicken drumsticks dry with kitchen towels; there is no need to wash the chicken before. Add 6 drumsticks to the spice mixture, coat well, and massage the seasoning into the chicken. Place the chicken drumsticks on the prepared baking tray.
  4. Second spice mixture: Pour the remaining oil, salt, and pepper in the same bowl (no need to clean it before). Add the curry powder and remaining 6 chicken drumsticks, turn to coat with the seasoning, and massage the chicken well with the mixture. Place these drumsticks on the tray as well.
  5. Bake for about 30 to 40 minutes, checking after 30 minutes already. You can use a meat thermometer, in this case, the internal temperature of the chicken should be 75 degrees Celsius/ 165 degrees Fahrenheit.
  6. Or you can check the doneness of the chicken by inserting a skewer or toothpick in the thickest part of the drumstick. The juices should run clea; no pink juices are allowed.

Notes

  • More spice mixture ideas:
  • 2 tablespoons oil + ½ teaspoon salt + ¼ teaspoon pepper + 1 teaspoon curry powder (whichever mixture you like)
  • 2 tablespoons oil + ½ teaspoon salt + ¼ teaspoon pepper + ½ teaspoon ground cumin + ½ teaspoon ground coriander
  • 2 tablespoons oil + ½ teaspoon salt + ¼ teaspoon pepper + ½ teaspoon garlic powder + ½ teaspoon smoked or hot paprika
  • 2 tablespoons oil + ½ teaspoon salt + ¼ teaspoon pepper + 1 teaspoon chili powder or 1-2 teaspoons sriracha or hot chili sauce, to taste
  • 2 tablespoons oil + ½ teaspoon salt + ¼ teaspoon pepper + ½ teaspoon turmeric powder + 1 grated garlic clove
  • 2 tablespoons oil + ½ teaspoon salt + ¼ teaspoon pepper + 2 teaspoons clear honey + 1 grated garlic clove + 1 tablespoon medium mustard
  • 2 tablespoons oil + ½ teaspoon salt + ¼ teaspoon pepper + 1-2 teaspoons dried herbs of your choice + 1 grated garlic clove
  • 2 tablespoons oil + ½ teaspoon salt + ¼ teaspoon pepper + 1 tablespoon soy sauce + 2 teaspoons clear honey + ½ teaspoon turmeric powder
  • 2 tablespoons oil + ½ teaspoon salt + ¼ teaspoon pepper + 2 tablespoons fresh lemon juice + zest of 1 lemon + 1 teaspoon clear honey + a good pinch of dried herbs

Nutrition Information

Serving 3drumsticks Calories 630kcal (32%) Carbohydrates 1g (0%) Protein 66g (132%) Fat 39g (60%) Saturated Fat 8g (40%) Polyunsaturated Fat 27g Cholesterol 347mg (116%) Sodium 797mg (33%) Fiber 1g (4%)

Nutrition Facts

Serving: 4servings

Amount Per Serving

Calories 630

% Daily Value*

Serving 3drumsticks
Calories 630kcal 32%
Carbohydrates 1g 0%
Protein 66g 132%
Fat 39g 60%
Saturated Fat 8g 40%
Polyunsaturated Fat 27g 159%
Cholesterol 347mg 116%
Sodium 797mg 33%
Fiber 1g 4%

* Percent Daily Values are based on a 2,000 calorie diet.