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Garlic Herb Chicken Drumsticks

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๐Ÿ— These baked chicken drumsticks deliver perfectly crispy skin with tender, juicy meat infused with aromatic garlic and herbs for a foolproof crowd-pleasing dinner
๐ŸŒฟ The simple marinade creates incredible depth of flavor while the high-heat baking method ensures that irresistible crispy skin everyone loves

  • Total Time: 50 minutes plus marinating time
  • Yield: 5 servings

Ingredients

– 3 pounds of chicken drumsticks for main protein

– 1/2 cup of olive oil for marinating and cooking

– 1/4 cup of freshly squeezed lemon juice for bright acidity

– 2 teaspoons minced garlic for flavor

– 1 teaspoon salt for seasoning

– 1/2 teaspoon black pepper for seasoning

– 2 teaspoons dried Italian seasoning for herbal notes

– 2 tablespoons fresh chopped parsley for garnish

– Cooking spray for preparing the baking pan to prevent sticking

Instructions

1-First, whisk together 1/2 cup of olive oil, 1/4 cup of freshly squeezed lemon juice, 2 teaspoons minced garlic, 1 teaspoon salt, 1/2 teaspoon black pepper, and 2 teaspoons dried Italian seasoning in a large bowl.

2-Add the 3 pounds of chicken drumsticks and make sure they’re fully covered in the marinade for the best taste.

3-Once mixed, cover and refrigerate for at least 2 hours, or up to 24 hours to let the flavors soak in.

4-Marinate in an airtight container for safety and to deepen the taste.

5-Preheat your oven to 400ยฐF (204ยฐC) and spray or lightly oil a sheet pan to avoid sticking.

6-Arrange the drumsticks in a single layer on the prepared pan for even cooking.

7-Bake for 40 minutes until the chicken is cooked through, with golden brown and crisp skin; flipping halfway is optional for extra crispiness.

8-Use a meat thermometer to check that the internal temperature reaches 165ยฐF (74ยฐC) for safe eating.

9-Optionally, sprinkle 2 tablespoons fresh chopped parsley on top before serving for a fresh touch.

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Notes

๐Ÿ‹ Use freshly squeezed lemon juice for the best flavor – bottled juice can taste artificial and affect the overall taste of the dish
๐ŸŒก๏ธ For extra crispy skin, use a convection oven or increase temperature to 425ยฐF for the last 10 minutes of cooking
๐Ÿฅ˜ Always use a meat thermometer to ensure chicken reaches 165ยฐF (74ยฐC) for food safety while keeping the meat juicy and tender

  • Author: Brandi Oshea
  • Prep Time: 10 minutes
  • Marinating time: 2-24 hours
  • Cook Time: 40 minutes
  • Category: Main Course
  • Method: Baking
  • Cuisine: American/Italian-inspired
  • Diet: Gluten-free

Nutrition

  • Serving Size: 2-3 drumsticks
  • Calories: 307
  • Sugar: 1g
  • Sodium: 547mg
  • Fat: 14g
  • Saturated Fat: 6g
  • Unsaturated Fat: 7g
  • Trans Fat: 0g
  • Carbohydrates: 1g
  • Fiber: 0g
  • Protein: 26g
  • Cholesterol: 139mg