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Simple Roasted Chicken Drumsticks

This dish features chicken drumsticks seasoned simply with salt, pepper, and smoked paprika, then roasted until crispy and golden. The key cooking method is dry roasting in the oven, resulting in tender meat with crispy skin and a flavorful crust.
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Prep Time 10 minutes
Cook Time 40 minutes
Total Time 50 minutes
Servings: 4
Course: Main Course
Cuisine: American
Calories: 250
Ingredients Equipment Method

Ingredients
  

  • 4 pieces chicken drumsticks
  • 1 teaspoon salt
  • 1/2 teaspoon black pepper
  • 1/2 teaspoon smoked paprika

Equipment

  • Baking Sheet
  • Tongs

Method
 

  1. Preheat your oven to 425°F (220°C) and line a baking sheet with parchment paper or a lightly oiled rack.
  2. Pat the chicken drumsticks dry with paper towels to remove excess moisture, helping achieve crispy skin.
  3. Sprinkle the salt, black pepper, and smoked paprika evenly over all sides of the drumsticks, gently rubbing in the spices for even coverage.
  4. Arrange the seasoned drumsticks on the prepared baking sheet, leaving space between each for air circulation and even cooking.
  5. Place the baking sheet in the oven and roast for about 35 to 40 minutes, or until the skin is golden brown and crispy, and the internal temperature reaches 165°F (74°C).
  6. Use tongs to carefully flip the drumsticks once halfway through cooking to promote even browning and crispiness.
  7. When the chicken skin is crispy and meat is cooked through, remove the drumsticks from the oven and let them rest for 5 minutes.
  8. Serve the drumsticks hot, with their crispy skin and juicy interior ready to enjoy.