Description
These Oven-Baked Crispy Chicken Drumsticks are perfectly seasoned, juicy on the inside, and irresistibly crispy on the outside. Baked to golden perfection, they’re an easy, budget-friendly meal the whole family will love. No deep frying needed—just simple ingredients and big flavor!
Ingredients
- 8 chicken drumsticks
- 2 tablespoons olive oil
- 1 teaspoon salt
- 1 teaspoon black pepper
- 1 teaspoon garlic powder
- 1 teaspoon onion powder
- 1 teaspoon paprika
- ½ teaspoon chili powder (optional, for heat)
- 1 teaspoon baking powder (for extra crispiness)
Instructions
- Preheat Oven: Preheat your oven to 425°F (220°C). Line a baking sheet with foil and place a wire rack on top.
- Prep Chicken: Pat the drumsticks completely dry with paper towels (this helps make them crispy).
- Season: In a large bowl, mix olive oil with all seasonings and baking powder. Toss the drumsticks until fully coated.
- Arrange: Place drumsticks on the wire rack, leaving space between each piece.
- Bake: Bake for 40–45 minutes, flipping halfway through, until the skin is crispy and the internal temperature reaches 165°F (75°C).
- Broil (Optional): Broil for 2–3 minutes at the end for extra crispiness.
- Rest & Serve: Let rest for 5 minutes before serving.
Tips for Extra Crispy Chicken
✔ Always pat chicken dry before seasoning.
✔ Use baking powder (not baking soda!) to help crisp the skin.
✔ Bake on a wire rack so air circulates around the chicken.
✔ Don’t overcrowd the pan.
✔ For extra flavor, marinate for 1–2 hours before baking.