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Crispy Baked Chicken Drumsticks: The Ultimate Comfort Food Recipe

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  • Author: Kimberly
  • Prep Time: 15 minutes
  • Cook Time: 45 minutes
  • Total Time: 1 hour
  • Yield: 4 servings
  • Category: Main Dish
  • Method: Baking
  • Cuisine: American

Description

Crispy Baked Chicken Drumsticks are a classic comfort food made extra delicious with a seasoned flour coating and perfectly baked to golden crispiness. This easy recipe uses pantry staples and simple oven roasting techniques to create juicy, flavorful chicken with a satisfyingly crunchy skin.

Ingredients

Chicken Drumsticks

  • 12 pieces drumsticks chicken (skin-on for extra crispiness)

Seasoning Mix

  • 3 tsp garlic powder
  • 3 tsp onion powder
  • 5 tsp smoked paprika
  • 2 tsp black pepper
  • 1.5 tsp cooking/kosher salt
  • 4.5 tbsp plain/all-purpose flour
  • 3 tsp baking powder

Other Ingredients

  • 2 tbsp extra virgin olive oil
  • oil spray (for misting)

Instructions

  1. Preheat the Oven: Set your oven to 200°C (390°F), or 180°C (356°F) if using fan-forced mode. Line a baking tray with aluminum foil and place a wire rack on top to allow air circulation for crispy results.
  2. Make the Seasoning Mix: In a shallow bowl, combine the garlic powder, onion powder, smoked paprika, black pepper, salt, flour, and baking powder to create a flavorful crunchy coating.
  3. Prepare the Drumsticks: Coat each chicken drumstick thoroughly with the extra virgin olive oil to ensure the seasonings stick well.
  4. Coat with Seasoning: Roll each oiled drumstick in the seasoning mix, shaking off any excess flour mixture for a balanced crust.
  5. Spray with Oil: Lightly mist the seasoned drumsticks with oil spray to help the skin crisp up beautifully while baking.
  6. Bake the Chicken: Place the drumsticks on the wire rack and bake at 200°C/390°F for 30 minutes. Halfway through, rotate the tray for even cooking.
  7. Increase Heat and Finish Baking: After 30 minutes, crank the oven temperature to 220°C (430°F) or 200°C (fan-forced) and bake for an additional 15 minutes to achieve ultimate crispiness and golden color.

Notes

  • Use skin-on drumsticks for the best crispy texture.
  • Rotating the tray midway ensures even cooking and browning.
  • Adjust seasoning quantities to suit your taste.
  • Using a wire rack allows hot air to circulate and crisps the chicken on all sides.
  • Rest the chicken for a few minutes after baking for juicier meat.

Find it online: https://slsrecipes.com/crispy-baked-chicken-drumsticks-the-ultimate-comfort-food-recipe/