Incredibly easy, baked chicken drumsticks. They are juicy on the inside and crispy on the outside, flavorful and super delicious. Baked at 400f and ready in just 25 minutes for a simple family dinner.
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Baked Chicken Drumsticks
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.
- 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: I used bone-in and skin-on drumsticks. 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.
Note: You may use different cuts of chicken, such as chicken thighs, chicken wings or whole chicken legs.
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.”
How To Make 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.
Don't skip preheating the oven to avoid undercooking the chicken.
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!
Pro Tip: The size of the drumsticks could affect the baking time; if you use extra large drumsticks, cook for 10-15 minutes more.
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.
Serving Ideas
These lemon garlic chicken drumsticks can go with different varieties of side dishes, such as no-noodle eggplant lasagna or roasted green beans and carrots.
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
Yes, you can. First, marinate the drumsticks and then cook them in the air fryer at 400 F for 18-20 minutes.
It is up to you. Cook them uncovered if you like crispy skin, and cover them with a foil sheet to have a more tender chicken.
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Recipe Card
Baked Chicken Drumsticks At 400
Equipment
- Meat thermometer
Ingredients
- 500 g chicken drumstick
- 1 sprig fresh rosemary
- ⅛ teaspoon chilli flakes
- ¼ teaspoon ground black pepper
- ½ teaspoon salt
- ¼ cup fresh lemon juice
- 3 cloves garlic , crushed
- 2 tablespoon soy sauce
- 3 tablespoon olive oil
- fresh parsley To garnish
Instructions
- Preheat the oven to 400 degrees Fahrenheit and wash the drumsticks then pat them dry with paper towels.
- 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.
- 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.
- Arrange the chicken drumsticks in a baking tray in a single layer and then puou the marinade left in the bowl over the drumsticks.
- Bake chicken drumsticks in the preheated oven for 20-25 minutes or until they are crispy and golden brown.
Notes
- 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.
- 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.
Elena says
Delicious chicken legs recipe! I love it!