Easy Buffalo Drumsticks Recipe
User Reviews
4.9
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Prep Time
10 mins
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Cook Time
40 mins
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Total Time
50 mins
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Servings
5 servings
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Calories
429 kcal
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Course
Main Course
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Cuisine
American
Easy Buffalo Drumsticks Recipe
Description
This recipe calls for medium-sized chicken drumsticks seasoned with kosher salt, black pepper, garlic powder, and smoked paprika. The drumsticks are arranged on a parchment-lined baking sheet, lightly sprayed with olive oil, and baked at 400°F until golden brown and cooked through, reaching an internal temperature of 165°F.
The buffalo sauce is prepared just before the chicken finishes baking by whisking together melted unsalted butter with hot pepper sauce. When the chicken is done, it’s tossed in this sauce, which clings to the crispy skin due to its creamy texture. The combination delivers smoky, garlicky, and spicy notes with balanced richness from the butter.
Serve the drumsticks immediately for optimal texture and flavor. Leftovers can be stored in the refrigerator for up to 3 to 4 days and reheated gently in the microwave at half power to avoid drying out the meat. The sauce benefits from preparation ahead of time to thicken slightly, making it adhere better to the chicken.
Ingredients
Chicken:
- 10 chicken drumstick medium size, about 3 pounds
- olive oil spray form
- ½ teaspoon kosher salt or ¼ teaspoon of any other salt, including Morton kosher salt, Diamond Crystal brand
- ¼ teaspoon black pepper
- ½ teaspoon garlic powder
- ½ teaspoon smoked paprika
Buffalo sauce:
- 4 tablespoons butter melted, unsalted
- 4 tablespoons hot pepper sauce
Instructions
- Preheat the oven to 400°F. Line a large, rimmed baking sheet with high-heat-resistant parchment paper (or foil).
- Arrange the drumsticks on the prepared pan. Spray them with olive oil and sprinkle them with kosher salt, black pepper, garlic powder, and smoked paprika. Lightly spray them again.
- Bake the chicken until golden brown and cooked through (its internal temperature should reach 165ºF), about 40 minutes.
- 10 minutes before the chicken is done, in a large bowl, whisk together the melted butter and hot pepper sauce. Set aside until the chicken is done.
- Toss the cooked chicken pieces in the buffalo sauce until well coated. Serve immediately.
Notes
- Prepare the buffalo sauce while the chicken cooks to allow it to thicken and adhere better to the drumsticks.
- Store leftovers in an airtight container in the refrigerator for up to 3-4 days.
- Reheat leftover drumsticks covered in the microwave at 50% power to avoid drying out, or enjoy them cold.
Nutrition Information
Show DetailsNutrition Facts
Serving: 5servings
Amount Per Serving
Calories 429 kcal
% Daily Value*
| Serving | 2drumsticks | |
| Calories | 429kcal | 21% |
| Carbohydrates | 1g | 0% |
| Protein | 56g | 112% |
| Fat | 21g | 32% |
| Saturated Fat | 8g | 40% |
| Sodium | 655mg | 27% |
* Percent Daily Values are based on a 2,000 calorie diet.
User Reviews
Overall Rating
4.9
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