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Grilled Paprika Chicken Drumsticks coated in creamy orange paprika sauce, served with fluffy white rice in a white bowl, garnished with fresh chopped cilantro, close-up, appetizing presentation.

Paprika Chicken Drumsticks

Juicy, flavorful chicken drumsticks with a smoky paprika punch that crisp beautifully in the oven.
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Prep Time 10 minutes
Cook Time 45 minutes
Thawing Time 8 hours
Total Time 8 hours 55 minutes
Servings: 4
Course: Dinner, Main Course
Cuisine: American, Comfort Food
Calories: 397
Ingredients Method Nutrition Notes

Ingredients
  

  • 10 chicken drumsticks preferably skin-on for best crispiness
  • 3 tablespoon olive oil extra virgin, for coating
  • 3 teaspoon smoked paprika adds depth and mild smokiness
  • 2 cloves garlic minced, fresh
  • 1 teaspoon lemon juice freshly squeezed
  • 1 teaspoon salt or to taste

Method
 

  1. Combine the olive oil, smoked paprika, minced garlic, lemon juice, and salt in a large mixing bowl.
  2. Add the chicken drumsticks to the bowl and toss thoroughly until each piece is evenly coated.
  3. If freezing, transfer the coated drumsticks to a resealable freezer bag, remove excess air, and seal. assemble
  4. Thaw frozen drumsticks overnight in the refrigerator before baking.
  5. Preheat the oven to 400°F (200°C) and line a baking sheet with parchment paper.
  6. Arrange the drumsticks in a single layer on the prepared baking sheet, ensuring they are not touching.
  7. Bake in the preheated oven for 40 minutes, turning once halfway through and basting lightly with pan juices.
  8. Switch the oven to broil and cook for an additional 5 minutes, watching carefully, until the skin is golden brown and crispy.
  9. Remove from the oven and let the drumsticks rest for 5 minutes before serving.

Nutrition

Serving: 1 ServingCalories: 397kcalCarbohydrates: 1gProtein: 35gFat: 28gSaturated Fat: 5gPolyunsaturated Fat: 3gMonounsaturated Fat: 18gCholesterol: 115mgSodium: 500mgPotassium: 400mgVitamin A: 500IUVitamin C: 2mgCalcium: 20mgIron: 2mg

Notes

Marinating the drumsticks overnight lets the paprika and garlic deeply flavor the meat, creating a golden, crispy skin that’s perfect for family dinners.

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