Baked Lemon Pepper Chicken Drumsticks
User Reviews
5
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Prep Time
10 mins
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Cook Time
30 mins
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Total Time
40 mins
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Servings
10 drumsticks
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Calories
1561 kcal
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Course
Main Course
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Cuisine
American
Baked Lemon Pepper Chicken Drumsticks
Description
The Baked Lemon Pepper Chicken Drumsticks recipe uses ten chicken drumsticks coated in a lemony mixture of extra virgin olive oil, melted butter, lemon juice, and lemon zest. This citrus base is complemented by a seasoning mix of kosher salt, garlic powder, oregano, basil, black pepper, and onion powder, which brings an herby and slightly pungent flavor to the chicken.
Baking the chicken at 425 degrees Fahrenheit ensures the drumsticks cook evenly and develop a slightly crisped outside while maintaining juicy tenderness inside. The recipe suggests baking for about 25 minutes initially, flipping the drumsticks, and then cooking for another 5 to 10 minutes until the internal temperature reaches 165 degrees, ensuring safe and thorough cooking.
This chicken pairs well with simple sides like roasted vegetables, salads, or rice to balance its bright and aromatic flavors. The lemon and herb seasoning makes it an appealing dish without heavy sauces, suitable for a variety of meal occasions.
Ingredients
- 10 chicken drumstick about 3 pounds
- 2 tablespoons extra virgin olive oil
- 1 tablepoon unsalted butter melted
- 1 lemon juiced and zest
- 1 teaspoon kosher salt
- 1 teaspoon garlic powder
- 1 teaspoon oregano dried
- 1 teaspoon basil dried
- 1 teaspoon black pepper ground
- 1/2 teaspoon onion powder
Instructions
- Preheat the oven to 425 degrees F. Line a large baking sheet with foil and set aside.
- Pat the chicken thighs dry with paper towels and place on the baking sheet.
- Whisk together the olive oil, butter, lemon juice and lemon zest in a small bowl. Rub the olive oil mixture evenly over both sides of the chicken, rubbing to coat well.
- In another small bowl stir together the pepper, salt, garlic powder, oregano, basil, black pepper and onion powder. Sprinkle the spices evenly over the chicken.
- Arrange on the baking sheet and bake for 25 minutes. Flip and cook another 5 to 10 minutes until the internal temperature of the chicken reaches 165 degrees with an instant read thermometer.
Nutrition Information
Show DetailsNutrition Facts
Serving: 10drumsticks
Amount Per Serving
Calories 1561 kcal
% Daily Value*
| Serving | 1drumstick | |
| Calories | 156.1kcal | 8% |
| Carbohydrates | 1.3g | 0% |
| Protein | 14.3g | 29% |
| Fat | 10.3g | 16% |
| Saturated Fat | 2.8g | 14% |
| Cholesterol | 62.2mg | 21% |
| Sodium | 253mg | 11% |
| Potassium | 173mg | 4% |
| Fiber | 0.3g | 1% |
| Sugar | 0.2g | 0% |
* Percent Daily Values are based on a 2,000 calorie diet.
User Reviews
Overall Rating
5
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