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Oven Baked Chicken Drumsticks Easy Weeknight Dinner

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This oven baked chicken drumsticks recipe is ideal for an easy dinner or weeknight meal. Perfect for family dinners, it delivers crispy, flavorful baked chicken with minimal effort. A simple chicken drumsticks recipe everyone will enjoy.

Ingredients

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  • 2–3 lbs Chicken Drumsticks Look for skin-on for the best texture
  • 2 tbsp Olive Oil Helps the spices stick and encourages browning
  • 1 tsp Smoked Paprika For that deep wood-fired color and flavor
  • 1 tsp Garlic Powder A savory essential
  • 1 tsp Onion Powder Adds a subtle sweetness
  • 1/2 tsp Dried Oregano Provides an earthy herbal note
  • Salt & Black Pepper To taste be generous with the salt for crispy skin
  • Optional A pinch of cayenne pepper if you like a little zip

Instructions

  1. Heat your oven to 425°F 218°C and prepare a large baking sheet with parchment paper or a wire rack over a tray. Completely dry the chicken drumsticks with paper towels to help them crisp.
  2. Combine olive oil with smoked paprika garlic powder onion powder dried oregano salt and black pepper in a bowl. Toss the drumsticks in the seasoned oil making sure they are thoroughly coated.
  3. Space the drumsticks apart on the baking sheet ensuring they do not touch to avoid steaming. Use a wire rack if available for better air circulation.
  4. Bake the chicken in the oven for 35 to 45 minutes turning the drumsticks halfway through. Aim for an internal temperature of 165°F 74°C or up to 175°F 79°C for extra tenderness.
  5. Allow the drumsticks to rest for 5 minutes after baking to lock in juices before serving.

Notes

  • For crisp tops, broil 2–3 minutes at the end

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