Description
Cold Baked Chicken Drumsticks are a flavorful, easy-to-make dish with crispy skin and tender, juicy meat. Perfect for picnics, packed lunches, or a simple dinner, these drumsticks can be enjoyed cold or at room temperature.
Ingredients
- 10-12 chicken drumsticks
1 tablespoon olive oil
1 teaspoon paprika
1 teaspoon garlic powder
1 teaspoon onion powder
1/2 teaspoon salt
1/2 teaspoon black pepper
1/2 teaspoon dried thyme (optional)
1/2 teaspoon dried rosemary (optional)
1 tablespoon lemon juice (optional, for added freshness)
Instructions
Preheat your oven to 400°F (200°C). Line a baking sheet with parchment paper or lightly grease it with cooking spray.
- Pat the chicken drumsticks dry with paper towels to remove excess moisture.
- Place the drumsticks in a large bowl and drizzle with olive oil. Toss to coat evenly.
- In a small bowl, mix paprika, garlic powder, onion powder, salt, black pepper, and optional herbs. Sprinkle the seasoning mixture over the drumsticks, coating evenly.
- Arrange the drumsticks on the prepared baking sheet in a single layer, leaving space between each one.
- Bake the drumsticks for 35-45 minutes or until the internal temperature reaches 165°F (74°C) and the skin is golden and crispy.
- Remove from the oven and let cool to room temperature, then refrigerate for at least 1 hour before serving cold.
- Optional: Drizzle lemon juice over the chicken before serving for added freshness.
Notes
- Store leftover drumsticks in an airtight container in the refrigerator for up to 3-4 days.
- For a spicier version, add cayenne pepper or chili flakes to the seasoning mix.
- You can marinate the drumsticks for extra flavor before baking. A simple marinade of olive oil, garlic, lemon juice, and herbs works great.
- Ensure the chicken skin is dry before baking for extra crispiness.
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 35-45 minutes
- Category: Main Course, Picnic Food
- Method: Baked
- Cuisine: American
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 drumstick
- Calories: 250
- Sugar: 0g
- Sodium: 350mg
- Fat: 18g
- Saturated Fat: 4g
- Unsaturated Fat: 12g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 0g
- Fiber: 0g
- Protein: 22g
- Cholesterol: 70mg
