🍗 Crispy Chicken Drumsticks
Golden, crunchy on the outside and juicy on the inside — these drumsticks are perfect for weeknights, game days, or meal prep.
🛒 Ingredients (Serves 4)
- 8–10 chicken drumsticks (skin on)
- 2 tablespoons olive oil
- 1 teaspoon salt
- 1 teaspoon black pepper
- 1 teaspoon garlic powder
- 1 teaspoon onion powder
- 1 teaspoon paprika (smoked if you like)
- ½ teaspoon baking powder (secret to extra crisp skin)
🔥 Baking powder helps dry out the skin, making it crispier (don’t use baking soda).
🔥 Oven Method (Crispiest & Easiest)
1️⃣ Preheat oven to 425°F (220°C).
Line a baking sheet with foil and place a wire rack on top (for air circulation).
2️⃣ Pat drumsticks very dry with paper towels.
3️⃣ Season
Mix spices and baking powder. Toss drumsticks with olive oil, then coat evenly in seasoning.
4️⃣ Bake 35–45 minutes
Flip halfway through.
Internal temperature should reach 165°F (74°C).
5️⃣ Broil 2–3 minutes (optional) for extra crunch.
🌬️ Air Fryer Method
- Cook at 400°F (200°C) for 20–25 minutes.
- Flip halfway.
- Check internal temp reaches 165°F.
🍯 Flavor Variations
- Honey Garlic: Brush with honey + minced garlic during last 5 minutes.
- Buffalo Style: Toss in hot sauce + melted butter after cooking.
- BBQ: Brush with sauce in last 10 minutes.
- Lemon Pepper: Add zest + extra cracked pepper before baking.
🧊 Storage
- Fridge: 3–4 days
- Reheat in oven or air fryer to keep crispy
- Freeze cooked drumsticks up to 2 months
If you’d like, I can also give you a super crispy flour-coated fried version or a low-carb keto variation.
