CRISPY BAKED CHICKEN LEGS DRUMSTICKS RECIPE

CRISPY BAKED CHICKEN LEGS DRUMSTICKS RECIPE

This 10-minute-prep easy oven roasted chicken drumsticks recipe will make SUPER crispy baked chicken legs that turn out perfectly every time! It’s the only guide for how to bake chicken legs you’ll ever need.

Course Main CourseCuisine AmericanCalories 236 kcalPrep Time 10 minutesCook Time 40 minutesTotal Time 50 minutesAuthor Maya Krampf Servings 6

INGREDIENTS

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6 medium Chicken drumsticks (~1 1/2 lb)
1/4 cup Butter (melted)
1/2 tsp Smoked paprika
1/2 tsp Garlic powder
1/2 tsp Sea salt
1/4 tsp Black pepper

INSTRUCTIONS

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Preheat the oven to 425 degrees F (218 degrees C). Line a baking sheet with foil and place an oven safe rack on top.
Pat the chicken legs dry with paper towels, which will help them get crispy. Arrange the chicken legs on the rack.
Brush the chicken drumsticks with melted butter. Season with smoked paprika, garlic powder, salt and pepper.
Bake the chicken legs in the oven for 25 minutes. Flip and bake for another 10-20 minutes, until the internal temperature reaches at least 165 degrees F (74 degrees C).