Cajun Chicken Drumsticks
User Reviews
5
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Prep Time
5 mins
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Cook Time
30 mins
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Total Time
35 mins
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Servings
10 drumsticks
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Calories
173 kcal
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Course
Main Course
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Cuisine
American
Cajun Chicken Drumsticks
Description
Cajun Chicken Drumsticks combine a homemade spice mix with a straightforward baking method. The seasoning blends paprika, garlic, onion, and a variety of dried herbs and peppers to bring depth and subtle heat to the chicken. Each drumstick is topped with a small amount of butter, which melts during the 25-30 minute bake at 400°F, preserving moisture and crisping the skin. Baking the chicken on a greased sheet ensures even cooking and easy cleanup.
The Cajun seasoning is applied on both sides of the drumsticks, but placing the thicker, meatier side facing up helps the butter work directly on the exposed surface for better flavor and texture.
This dish serves well as a hearty main course paired with sides like rice, vegetables, or potatoes. The moderate spice level can be adjusted by varying the cayenne pepper quantity in the seasoning blend.
Ingredients
- 10 chicken drumstick
- 5 tablespoons butter
Cajun Seasoning
- 1 teaspoon paprika
- 1/2 teaspoon salt
- 1/2 teaspoon onion powder
- 1/2 teaspoon garlic powder
- 1/2 teaspoon oregano dried
- 1/2 teaspoon basil dried
- 1/4 teaspoon thyme dried
- 1/4 teaspoon black pepper
- 1/4 teaspoon white pepper
- 1/4 teaspoon cayenne pepper
Instructions
- In a small bowl, stir together all the spices for cajun seasoning. Store in an airtight container until ready to use.
- Preheat oven to 400 degrees. Lightly grease a baking sheet with nonstick spray. Line up drumsticks on the prepared tray.
- Sprinkle with cajun seasoning on both sides. Leave the side with the most meat and skin facing up.
- Put a dab of about 1/2 tablespoon butter on the top of each drumstick, on the part that is most meaty. The butter will melt all over the meat and skin, keeping the meat juicy, and making the skin crispy.
- Bake for 25-30 minutes in the oven until chicken reaches an internal temperature of 165 degrees F.
Nutrition Information
Show DetailsNutrition Facts
Serving: 10drumsticks
Amount Per Serving
Calories 173 kcal
% Daily Value*
| Serving | 1drumstick | |
| Calories | 173kcal | 9% |
| Carbohydrates | 1g | 0% |
| Protein | 13g | 26% |
| Fat | 13g | 20% |
| Saturated Fat | 5g | 25% |
| Cholesterol | 85mg | 28% |
| Sodium | 245mg | 10% |
| Potassium | 173mg | 4% |
| Fiber | 1g | 4% |
| Sugar | 1g | 2% |
| Vitamin A | 329IU | 7% |
| Calcium | 12mg | 1% |
| Iron | 1mg | 6% |
* Percent Daily Values are based on a 2,000 calorie diet.
User Reviews
Overall Rating
5
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