ON SALE: Two new eBooks! Visit the shop!
BAKED CHICKEN DRUMSTICKS are the easiest way to get dinner on the table quickly! The skin crisps up in the oven, the seasoning is simple and perfect, and the chicken legs come out juicy every time!
When I roast a chicken it’s a sure thing that my kids are going to fight over the chicken legs.
I don’t know if it’s because kids just like eating with their hands or if it’s because chicken legs are delicious, but it happens without fail every time.
My baked chicken drumsticks recipe is simple enough that anyone can do this and it creates juicy chicken, crispy skin, and it’s all perfectly seasoned! You’re going to love this one.
Seasoning for chicken legs:
These oven baked chicken legs are super simple and the seasoning blend is perfect!
Just mix together paprika (preferably smoked paprika (affiliate link)) garlic powder, onion powder, parsley, salt, and pepper.
The spices are simple and you likely already have them in your cabinet, but they work great together as a basic seasoning blend for chicken and pork too!
I like to add my drumsticks to a plastic bag and drizzle with avocado oil (affiliate link). Avocado oil has a neutral flavor, a high smoke point, and many of the same nutritional properties as olive oil. I use it here because we’re cooking at a high heat.
Sprinkle on the seasoning and seal the bag. Smush it all together to coat the chicken in the spices and then dump the chicken out onto a greased baking sheet.
How long to bake chicken legs:
These baked chicken drumsticks only take a few minutes of prep and just about 45 minutes of bake time.
We’re baking these chicken legs at 425 degrees. If our oven isn’t good and hot, the chicken skin won’t get crispy and no one wants rubbery chicken skin!
The meat should reach 165 degrees in about 45 minutes and then your chicken legs are ready to devour!
What to serve with oven baked chicken legs:
Broccoli Rice Casserole: Made with cauliflower rice so it’s packed with veggies!
Keto Asparagus: The kids even like this one!
Fried Radishes: They’re similar to a potato when cooked.
Keto Coleslaw: This is my mama’s famous recipe!
Cauliflower Mac and Cheese: Totally satisfies that mac and cheese craving!
Baked Chicken Drumsticks
These baked chicken drumsticks come out perfectly juicy with crispy skin every time. Kids love them and they're so easy to whip up!
Ingredients
- 2 pounds chicken drumsticks
- 2 tablespoons avocado oil
- 1 teaspoon paprika
- 1 teaspoon garlic powder
- 1 teaspoon onion powder
- 1 teaspoon chopped parsley
- ½ teaspoon salt
- ½ teaspoon cracked pepper
Instructions
- Preheat oven to 425 degrees. Spray a baking sheet with non-stick spray.
- Add all of the ingredients to a large zip top bag and seal. Smush the chicken around in the bag to coat in the seasoning.
- Arrange chicken on the baking sheet and bake for 40-45 minutes or until a thermometer reads 165 degrees.
- Serve immediately.
Notes
My kids enjoy dipping their chicken legs in ranch dressing!
Recommended Products
As an Amazon Associate and member of other affiliate programs, I earn from qualifying purchases.
Nutrition Information
Yield 6 drumsticks Serving Size 1Amount Per ServingCalories 323Total Fat 18gSaturated Fat 4gTrans Fat 0gUnsaturated Fat 12gCholesterol 192mgSodium 325mgCarbohydrates 1gNet Carbohydrates 1gFiber 0gSugar 0gProtein 37g
All information and tools presented and written within this site are intended for informational purposes only. This information is provided as a courtesy and there is no guarantee that the information is accurate.
258 comments
Trying this recipe for dinner using an air baking pan with a grate. Do I need to adjust the baking time?
Hi Tia! I’m not sure what an air baking pan is or how to convert for it.
Delicious! We have been trying to eat healthier meals. We don’t care for breasts so thighs and legs are our choice. The seasoning is perfect! I prefer a little less salt but all the seasonings were well balanced. I will make them again.
I found this recipe this afternoon and in one hour we had perfect check legs! Excellent mix of spices. Thank you for sharing it.
I found this recipe 55 minutes ago and followed the recipe to a T and they are absolutely amazingly delicious!! My mom who is a great critic of my cooking couldn’t believe how delicious these are! Thanks very much !
So glad you (and your mama) enjoyed the recipe, Patty! 🙂
Hi!! Do I need to flip these halfway or just leave them for the 45 minutes?
We just leave them be for the full time.
Madison: So many on-line recipes say to “Flip” but I am 62 years old and have NEVER flipped my chicken drumsticks. And they always turn out with perfectly chunchy chicken skin… and fully cooked inside. xx Sandy in Canada
Thanks Sandy (and OP). It’s always nice to hear from someone who just “gets it done” and has experience! Recipes are wonderful, but it’s hard to tell which steps are “suggested if you want to bother!”
Loved the seasoning blend, but I added a little powdered mustard!