Oven Fried Drumsticks
User Reviews
5
-
Prep Time
20 mins
-
Cook Time
30 mins
-
Total Time
50 mins
-
Servings
4 servings
-
Calories
284 kcal
-
Course
Main Course
-
Cuisine
American
Oven Fried Drumsticks
Description
This recipe begins by preparing the drumsticks either skin-on or skinless, then dipping them into beaten egg and rolling them in a chosen crunchy coating crushed finely in a bag. The drumsticks are arranged on an oiled foil-lined pan and lightly brushed with oil or melted butter to encourage browning. Baking at 400°F crisps the coating while thoroughly cooking the meat.
The texture is a contrast between a crunchy exterior and juicy interior, achieved without deep frying. The method gives a fried appearance and mouthfeel with less oil.
For best results, serve these immediately after baking. Leftovers can be reheated in a 350°F oven until warm, though the crust softens on reheating. Using gluten-free coatings like rice crackers makes this recipe adaptable to dietary preferences, and oil choices can accommodate dairy-free diets.
Ingredients
- olive oil mild; or vegetable oil; or melted butter
- 8 chicken drumstick
- 1 large egg
- Any Crazy Crunchy Coating (see suggestions below and above)
Instructions
- Preheat oven to 400°F (200°C). Line a shallow roasting pan or a rimmed baking sheet with aluminum foil and coat the foil with oil or melted butter.
- Pat the chicken dry. If desired, remove the skin from the chicken by grasping the skin with a paper towel and yanking.
- Grab a fork or a whisk and lightly beat the egg in a shallow bowl.
- Place your desired Crazy Crunchy Coating in a resealable plastic food bag. If using anything that's not already smashed into smithereens, close the bag and gently crush the contents into fine crumbs with a rolling pin, the bottom of a heavy skillet, or even a wine bottle.
- Working with one or two drumsticks at a time, first dip them in the egg, then allow any excess to drop off before placing the drumsticks in the bag of Crazy Crunchy Coating. Shake to coat the chicken evenly.
- Place the drumsticks on the prepared pan and lightly coat the drumsticks with oil or melted butter. Bake until the chicken is cooked through and the coating is brown, 30 to 35 minutes. Serve right away.
Notes
- Crush coatings directly in their original packaging to save cleanup and bag usage.
- Best served fresh; reheat leftovers in a 350°F oven to retain the most crust crispness.
- Use gluten-free coatings like rice crackers to make this recipe gluten-free.
- Choose oil or melted butter according to dietary needs; oil allows a dairy-free option.
Nutrition Information
Show DetailsNutrition Facts
Serving: 4servings
Amount Per Serving
Calories 284 kcal
% Daily Value*
| Serving | 2drumsticks | |
| Calories | 284kcal | 14% |
| Carbohydrates | 6g | 2% |
| Protein | 29g | 58% |
| Fat | 15g | 23% |
| Saturated Fat | 4g | 20% |
| Monounsaturated Fat | 6g | 30% |
| Trans Fat | 0.1g | 5% |
| Cholesterol | 186mg | 62% |
| Sodium | 226mg | 9% |
| Fiber | 0.2g | 1% |
| Sugar | 1g | 2% |
* Percent Daily Values are based on a 2,000 calorie diet.
User Reviews
Overall Rating
5
You'll Also Love
