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Oven Baked Chicken Drumsticks with Blistered Crispy Skin

These Oven Baked Chicken Drumsticks feature a smoky paprika rub and ultra-crispy blistered skin. Achieved using a wire rack and high heat, they are the perfect juicy, golden-brown dinner for busy home cooks seeking professional results.
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Prep Time 10 minutes
Cook Time 45 minutes
Total Time 55 minutes
Servings: 6 drumsticks
Course: Dinner, Lunch
Cuisine: American
Calories: 285
Ingredients Equipment Method Nutrition Notes

Ingredients
  

Ingredients
  • 6 large Chicken Drumsticks Patted dry
  • 2 tbsp Avocado Oil Or light olive oil (30ml)
  • 1 tbsp Smoked Paprika (7g)
  • 1 tsp Cracked Black Pepper (2g)
  • 1.5 tsp Kosher Salt (9g)
  • 1 tsp Garlic Powder (3g)
  • 1 tsp Onion Powder (3g)
  • 1 tsp Dried Herb Flakes Parsley or Oregano (1g)

Equipment

  • 1 Silver Wire Cooling Rack Essential for 360-degree airflow.
  • 1 Baking Sheet Rimmed tray to catch drippings.
  • 1 White Parchment Paper For easy cleanup and heat reflection.

Method
 

Preparation
  1. Preheat your oven to 425°F (218°C). Line a rimmed baking sheet with white parchment paper and set a silver wire cooling rack on top.
  2. Pat the 6 chicken drumsticks bone-dry with paper towels. Removing surface moisture is critical for skin blistering.
Seasoning
  1. Place drumsticks in a bowl, drizzle with 2 tbsp (30ml) oil, and toss. Sprinkle with smoked paprika, cracked pepper, salt, garlic powder, and onion powder until evenly coated.
  2. Place drumsticks on the silver wire rack, ensuring they are not touching for optimal airflow.
Baking
  1. Bake for 40-45 minutes. Skin should be deep golden-brown and blistered. Internal temperature should reach 175°F-185°F (79°C-85°C).
  2. Sprinkle with dried green herb flakes in the last 5 minutes of cooking to set the flavor without burning.

Nutrition

Calories: 285kcalProtein: 26gFat: 18gFiber: 1g

Notes

Ensure the drumsticks are room temperature for 15 minutes before baking to ensure even cooking.
Use a high-smoke point oil to prevent the smoked paprika from tasting bitter.
Keyword crispy chicken skin,Oven Baked Chicken Drumsticks,smoked paprika chicken

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