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Roasted Chicken Drumsticks

Juicy roasted chicken drumsticks with a simple spice rub, roasted alongside tomatoes and onions for an easy one-pan dinner.

Total time
50 min
Servings
4
Calories
450
Protein
32g
Roasted Chicken Drumsticks
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Ingredients

  • 8 pieces chicken drumsticks
  • 3 medium tomatoes
  • 1 large onion
  • 3 tablespoons olive oil
  • 1 teaspoon red pepper flakes
  • 1 teaspoon paprika
  • 1 teaspoon salt
  • ½ teaspoon black pepper

Instructions

  1. 1

    Preheat oven to 425°F (220°C). Pat the 8 chicken drumsticks dry with paper towels.

  2. 2

    In a small bowl, mix 1 tsp salt, 1/2 tsp black pepper, 1 tsp paprika, and 1 tsp red pepper flakes.

  3. 3

    Rub the spice mixture all over the drumsticks, coating evenly.

  4. 4

    Cut 3 tomatoes into wedges and 1 onion into thick slices. Place them in a large baking dish.

  5. 5

    Drizzle 3 tbsp olive oil over the vegetables and toss to coat. Arrange the drumsticks on top.

  6. 6

    Roast for 35-40 minutes, until the chicken is golden and cooked through (internal temp 165°F) and the vegetables are soft.

  7. 7

    Let rest 5 minutes before serving. Garnish with fresh parsley and lemon wedges if desired.

Tools you’ll need

  • baking dish
  • small bowl
  • knife
  • cutting board
  • paper towels

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