Garlic Lemon Baked Chicken Drumsticks at 400

How long to bake chicken drumsticks at 400 F? In this recipe, the chicken drumsticks are marinated in garlic, lemon and herbs and baked in the oven at 400 Fahrenheit until crispy.

Serve these garlic lemon chicken drumsticks with marmite pasta, 4 cheese mac and cheese or pasta with breadcrumbs for a delicious family dinner.

Jump to:

• Garlic Lemon Chicken Drumstick Marinade
• Why You'll Love This Recipe
• Why Bake Chicken Drumsticks at 400?
• Ingredients
• Variations & Substitutions
• How To Make Lemon Garlic Baked Chicken Drumsticks at 400 F
• How Do I Know When The Chicken Drumsticks Are Done?
• Expert Tips!
• Baking Drumsticks at 400 F Vs 350 F
• What Side Dishes To Serve With This Lemon Chicken Drumstick?
• Storage Instructions
• Recipe FAQs
• Easy Chicken Recipes
• Recipe Card
• Comments

For more chicken drumstick recipes, check healthy chicken drumsticks and sticky chinese chicken drumsticks.

Garlic Lemon Chicken Drumstick Marinade

The secret for this flavourful, juicy chicken drumsticks is the marinade which is packed with a variety flavour like, lemon, garlic, rosemary, olive oil and soy sauce.

Also, the red pepper flakes give this baked chicken drumsticks recipe a spicy kick. Moreover, the olive oil will keep the chicken drumsticks moist and prevents them from getting dry.

To give these drumsticks the tenderness and the wonderful flavour, you have to marinate them and keep in the fridge for a few hours or overnight; the longer time you marinate them, the better flavour you get. I like to prepare the chicken and let them marinate overnight.

Why You'll Love This Recipe

• A delicious recipe for the whole family to enjoy on busy weeknights.
• Flavorful chicken drumsticks made with simple ingredients.
• Easy chicken dinner made with minimal effort.
• Easy dinner option with Mediterranean flavors such as rosemary and garlic.
• Serve with classic taco salad Beetroot and Goats Cheese Salad or for a healthy and delicious meal.

Why Bake Chicken Drumsticks at 400?

Baking chicken drumsticks at 400 F / 204 C will ensure the chicken has a crispy skin and juice meat and also help the internal temperature of the chicken reach a safe level faster than if cooked at 350F.

I believe 400 Fahrenheit is the perfect temperature for cooking chicken drumsticks.

Ingredients

• Chicken drumsticks: The recipe calls for bone-in and skin-on drumsticks.
• Fresh rosemary: For a tasty marinade.
• Lemon juice: For best results, use fresh lemon juice.
• Fresh Garlic: For a delicious garlic flavor.
• Soy sauce
• Olive oil: Use extra virgin olive oil, you can also replace it with melted butter or vegetable oil.
• Seasonings: Salt, ground black pepper and red pepper flakes.
• Fresh parsley (optional): To garnish.

“See the recipe card for full information on ingredients and quantities.”

Variations & Substitutions

• You may replace red pepper flakes with cayenne pepper or chili powder.
• Add more fresh herbs, such as basil, dill or thyme.
• You may use different cuts of chicken, such as chicken thighs, chicken wings or whole chicken legs.
• Add lemon zest or lemon slices to the chicken marinade.
• For a smoky flavor, add ½ teaspoon of sweet paprika.
• Add your favorite spices, such as onion powder, cumin or Italian seasonings.

How To Make Lemon Garlic Baked Chicken Drumsticks at 400 F

Before starting, preheat the oven to 400 degrees Fahrenheit and wash the drumsticks, then pat them dry with paper towels.

One (Make the chicken drumstick marinade): In a large bowl, add the crushed garlic cloves, soy sauce, olive oil, lemon juice, all the seasonings and the fresh rosemary until combined.

Two: Toss the chicken drumsticks in the marinade, cover the bowl with plastic wrap and keep in the fridge for 3-4 hours or overnight to marinate.

Three: Arrange the chicken drumstick in a baking tray in a single layer and then our the marinade left in the bowl over the drumsticks.

Four: Bake chicken drumsticks in the preheated oven for 20-25 minutes or until they are crispy and golden brown, garnish with chopped parsley and serve!

How Do I Know When The Chicken Drumsticks Are Done?

Insert a meat thermometer in the thickest part of the meat; if the internal temperature of the chicken is 165°F / 74°C, it is done.

Expert Tips!

• Don't add the chilli flakes if you don't like your chicken spicy.
• The size of the drumsticks could affect the baking time; if you use extra large drumsticks, cook for 10-15 minutes more.
• Don't skip preheating the oven to avoid undercooking the chicken.
• Use high quality olive oil for the best flavor.
• If you use frozen chicken drumsticks, either thaw them before baking or bake them frozen, considering adding 10-15 more minutes for the baking time.

Baking Drumsticks at 400 F Vs 350 F

Cooking Drumsticks at such a low temperature, like 350 F will result in juice and tender chicken in a longer cooking time (35-45 minutes), while cooking at 400 F will guarantee a crispy skin with juicy meat in a shorter time (20-25 minutes).

What Side Dishes To Serve With This Lemon Chicken Drumstick?

These lemon garlic chicken drumsticks can go with different varieties of side dishes, such as no-noodle eggplant lasagna, roasted green beans and carrots, buttered peas or sauteed whole Mushrooms.

You can also serve this dish with salad such as malfouf salad, Elote corn salad or Korean carrot salad.

Storage Instructions

• To store: Put leftover chicken in an airtight container or freezer bag in the fridge, which will last for 3-4 days.
• To freeze: Let them cool to room temperature and then put them in a freezer bag and store in the freezer for 1-2 months.

Recipe FAQs

Easy Chicken Recipes

• Coronation Chicken Sandwich
• Garlic Butter Herb Chicken Breast
• Easy Oven Baked Stuffed Chicken Breast
• One Pan Chili Chicken Fajitas

Follow Healthy Life Trainer on Pinterest and Instagram to keep up-to-date with all new recipes.

Recipe Card