Juicy Seasoned Chicken Drumsticks Recipe

olive oil

🥗Healthier: avocado oil

💰Cheaper: canola oil

Avocado oil is healthier with a higher smoke point.

chicken drumsticks

🥗Healthier: skinless chicken thighs

💰Cheaper: chicken legs

Skinless thighs are leaner, while legs are often cheaper.

Wash and trim excess fat from the chicken drumsticks, then dry them.

Add 1 teaspoon of paprika, 1 teaspoon of onion powder, 1 teaspoon of garlic powder, 1/2 teaspoon of oregano, 1/2 teaspoon of basil, 1/2 teaspoon of thyme, 1/4 teaspoon of cayenne pepper, 1/4 teaspoon of creole seasoning, and 1/4 teaspoon of black pepper to the chicken.

Coat the chicken drumsticks with the spice mixture.

Pull the skin over the drumsticks and place them in a baking pan lined with tin foil.

Sprinkle additional paprika over the chicken and rub it in.

Add thin slices of butter on top of the chicken.

Place in a preheated oven at 375°F (190°C) for 45 minutes to 1 hour, until the internal temperature reaches between 170°F (77°C) and 175°F (80°C).

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