Description
Juicy oven-baked chicken drumsticks coated in a bold Cajun seasoning blend and baked until perfectly tender with crispy, flavorful skin.
Ingredients
- 6–8 chicken drumsticks
- 1 tbs olive oil
- 2 tsps smoked paprika
- 1½ tsps garlic powder
- 1 tsp onion powder
- 1 tsp dried oregano
- 1 tsp dried thyme
- 1 tsp kosher salt
- ½ tsp black pepper
- ¼ teaspoon cayenne pepper (adjust to taste)
- ½ teaspoon ground cumin (optional, for extra depth)
- Lemon and lime wedges for serving (optional)
Instructions
- Preheat oven to 425°F. Line a baking sheet with foil .
- Pat chicken dry with paper towels. This is key for crispy skin.
- Mix spices in a small bowl.
- Place drumsticks in a large bowl or zip-top bag. Add oil and toss to coat. Then add spice mix and toss until evenly coated.
- Place seasoned drumsticks in a single layer on foil lined baking sheet. Bake 35–45 minutes, flipping halfway, until internal temperature reaches 185-195°F.
- Broil 2–3 minutes at the end for extra crispness (optional).
- Prep Time: 1o min
- Cook Time: 45 min
- Category: Dinner
- Method: Oven
- Cuisine: American