Chicken Drumsticks Recipe with Peppers and Paprika (Cosce di Pollo con Peperoni e Paprika)
User Reviews
5
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Prep Time
10 mins
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Cook Time
50 mins
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Servings
6 chicken drumsticks
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Calories
250 kcal
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Course
Main Course
Chicken Drumsticks Recipe with Peppers and Paprika (Cosce di Pollo con Peperoni e Paprika)
Description
Chicken drumsticks are first coated with olive oil, paprika, chili flakes, salt, and pepper, then seared in a skillet to develop a browned surface. Onions and peppers sautéed in the same pan add sweetness and texture. Garlic enhances the aroma before the chicken is returned to the pan and white wine is added to deglaze, imparting acidity and depth. A second dose of paprika and spices are sprinkled before transferring the pan to a 400°F oven to roast uncovered for 40 minutes, turning occasionally for even cooking and glazing.
The finished dish delivers tender meat with a flavorful crust enriched by paprika and spicy notes from red pepper flakes and optional jalapeños. It pairs well as a hearty main for dinner and benefits from the vibrant vegetable accompaniment.
The recipe advises checking for doneness with a meat thermometer to ensure the internal temperature reaches 165°F for safety and optimal juiciness.
For serving, a garnish of chopped parsley with lemon and olive oil is suggested to brighten the dish with fresh herbal and citrus notes.
Ingredients
- 6 chicken drumstick about 2 pounds
- 2 tablespoons olive oil divided
- 2 tablespoons paprika divided (I’m using hot paprika, though you can use sweet or smoked)
- 1 teaspoon red pepper flakes plus more to taste
- salt to taste
- black pepper to taste
- 2 onion sliced, medium
- 2 bell pepper seeded and sliced into strips (use Italian sweets if available
- 3-4 jalapeno pepper sliced into strips (optional, for a spicier version
- 6 cloves garlic minced
- 1.5 cup white wine dry
- parsley red pepper flakes, lemon, olive oil, chopped; for serving
Instructions
- Heat oven to 400 degrees F.
- Toss the chicken drumsticks with 1 tablespoon olive oil, 1 tablespoon paprika, chili flakes, salt and pepper. Be sure to evenly coat.
- Heat a large oven-proof skillet to medium-high heat. Cook the seasoned drumsticks for 5 minutes, turning to brown each side. Remove chicken and set aside.
- Heat the remaining olive oil in the same skillet and add onions and peppers. Cook for 5 minutes to soften.
- Add the garlic and cook for 1 minute, until the garlic becomes fragrant. Remove from heat and cool slightly.
- Add the chicken back to the pan.
- Pour the wine into the pan. Sprinkle with remaining paprika, along with red pepper flakes, salt and pepper to taste.
- Transfer to the oven and roast, uncovered, turning the chicken a few times throughout, for 40 minutes, or until the chicken is tender and cooked through and nicely glazed.
- Remove from heat, garnish and serve.
Notes
- Use a meat thermometer to confirm the chicken reaches an internal temperature of 165°F for safe consumption.
Nutrition Information
Show DetailsNutrition Facts
Serving: 6chicken drumsticks
Amount Per Serving
Calories 250 kcal
% Daily Value*
| Calories | 250kcal | 13% |
| Carbohydrates | 10g | 3% |
| Protein | 15g | 30% |
| Fat | 12g | 18% |
| Saturated Fat | 3g | 15% |
| Polyunsaturated Fat | 2g | 12% |
| Monounsaturated Fat | 6g | 30% |
| Trans Fat | 1g | 50% |
| Cholesterol | 70mg | 23% |
| Sodium | 93mg | 4% |
| Potassium | 438mg | 9% |
| Fiber | 3g | 12% |
| Sugar | 4g | 8% |
| Vitamin A | 2601IU | 52% |
| Vitamin C | 63mg | 70% |
| Calcium | 37mg | 4% |
| Iron | 2mg | 11% |
* Percent Daily Values are based on a 2,000 calorie diet.
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Overall Rating
5
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