Baked Lemon Herb Drumsticks Recipe

Name: Baked Lemon Herb Drumsticks
Prep time: 15 min
Cook time: 45 min
Total time: 60 min
Yield: 8 drumsticks
Cuisine: American
Ingredients: 8 chicken drumsticks (about 2 lbs); 3 tablespoons olive oil; 2 tablespoons lemon juice; 1 tablespoon lemon zest; 4 cloves garlic, minced; 1 teaspoon dried oregano; 1 teaspoon dried thyme; 1 teaspoon salt; 1/2 teaspoon black pepper; 1/2 teaspoon paprika; 2 tablespoons fresh parsley, chopped (for garnish)

American · Main course · 60 min total

Baked Lemon Herb Drumsticks recipe videos

Juicy, flavorful chicken drumsticks baked with a bright lemon and herb marinade. This easy recipe delivers crispy skin and tender meat with minimal effort.

15
min prep

45
min cook

4
servings

380
kcal/serving

Ingredients

8 chicken drumsticks (about 2 lbs)
3 tablespoons olive oil
2 tablespoons lemon juice
1 tablespoon lemon zest
4 cloves garlic, minced
1 teaspoon dried oregano
1 teaspoon dried thyme
1 teaspoon salt
1/2 teaspoon black pepper
1/2 teaspoon paprika
2 tablespoons fresh parsley, chopped (for garnish)

Instructions

Preheat oven to 400°F (200°C). Line a baking sheet with foil or parchment paper.
In a large bowl, whisk together olive oil, lemon juice, lemon zest, garlic, oregano, thyme, salt, pepper, and paprika.
Add drumsticks to the bowl and toss to coat evenly. Let marinate at room temperature for 15 minutes (or refrigerate up to 2 hours for deeper flavor).
Arrange drumsticks on the prepared baking sheet in a single layer, skin side up.
Bake for 40-45 minutes, turning halfway through, until the skin is golden and crispy and the internal temperature reaches 165°F (74°C).
Remove from oven and let rest for 5 minutes. Garnish with fresh parsley before serving.

Tips

For extra crispy skin, pat drumsticks dry before marinating.
Serve with roasted vegetables or a fresh salad.
Leftovers can be stored in an airtight container in the refrigerator for up to 3 days.

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