How to Make Baked Cajun Chicken Drumsticks - A Step-by-Step Guide

If you're looking for a delicious and flavorful way to prepare chicken drumsticks, then look no further than this Baked Cajun Chicken Drumsticks recipe. Packed with bold spices and savory flavor, these drumsticks are sure to become a family favorite. Plus, the best part is that they're baked in the oven, making it a healthier option compared to frying.

The key to this recipe is the perfect blend of Cajun spices that coats the drumsticks, giving them a zesty kick that will leave your taste...

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Ingredients

  • 8 chicken drumsticks
  • 2 tablespoons vegetable oil
  • 1 teaspoon paprika
  • ½ teaspoon salt
  • ½ teaspoon ground black pepper
  • ½ teaspoon onion powder
  • ½ teaspoon garlic powder
  • ½ teaspoon oregano
  • ½ teaspoon basil
  • ¼ teaspoon ground thyme
  • ¼ teaspoon cayenne pepper

Information

  • Prep Time: 10 mins
  • Cook Time: 30 mins
  • Total Time: 40 mins
  • Servings: 8
  • Yield: 8 drumsticks

  • Preheat the oven to 400 degrees F (200 degrees C). Line a baking sheet with aluminum foil.
  • Place chicken in a gallon-sized resealable plastic bag. Drizzle vegetable oil over the chicken. Seal the bag and massage the oil into the chicken.
  • Combine paprika, salt, pepper, onion powder, garlic powder, oregano, basil, thyme, and cayenne pepper in a small bowl. Mix until evenly combined. Pour spice mixture into the bag with the chicken. Seal the bag and toss to coat.
  • Transfer drumsticks to the prepared baking sheet, discarding the plastic bag.
  • Bake until chicken is no longer pink at the bone and the juices run clear, about 25 minutes. An instant-read thermometer inserted near the bone should read 165 degrees F (74 degrees C).
  • For extra crispy skin, set an oven rack about 6 inches from the heat source and preheat the oven's broiler. Broil chicken for 5 minutes.
  • Nutrition

    170 cal.

    • Total Fat: 9g
    • Saturated Fat: 2g
    • Cholesterol: 66mg
    • Sodium: 213mg
    • Total Carbohydrate: 1g
    • Dietary Fiber: 0g
    • Total Sugars: 0g
    • Protein: 20g
    • Vitamin C: 0mg
    • Calcium: 14mg
    • Iron: 1mg
    • Potassium: 192mg