Oven Baked Chicken Drumsticks Recipe • Oven Baked Chicken Recipe • Juicy Chicken Drumsticks In Oven

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 quarters

Skinless thighs reduce fat, while quarters are often cheaper.

paprika

🥗Healthier: smoked paprika

💰Cheaper: cayenne pepper

Cayenne adds heat and is often less expensive.

baking powder

🥗Healthier: baking soda

💰Cheaper: none

Baking soda can be used but may alter texture.

Preheat the oven to 425°F (220°C).

Line a baking sheet with foil and place a wire rack on top.

Pat the chicken drumsticks dry with paper towels.

In a large bowl, combine olive oil, garlic powder, onion powder, paprika, salt, black pepper, dried oregano, dried thyme, and cayenne pepper.

Add the chicken drumsticks to the bowl and toss until evenly coated with the spice mixture.

Arrange the drumsticks on the wire rack, ensuring they are not touching each other.

Sprinkle baking powder evenly over the drumsticks for extra crispiness.

Bake in the preheated oven for 35-45 minutes, turning halfway through, until the skin is crispy and the internal temperature reaches 165°F (74°C).

Remove from the oven and let rest for 5 minutes before serving.

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