Italian Chicken Drumsticks
Transform your weeknight dinners with these flavorful Italian Chicken Drumsticks, an easy-to-make recipe that combines juicy chicken with a fragrant medley of Mediterranean spices. Coated in a zesty marinade of olive oil, fresh garlic, dried herbs like oregano and basil, smoky paprika, tangy lemon juice, and a sprinkle of Parmesan cheese, these drumsticks bake to perfection with golden, crispy skin in just 40 minutes. Finished with a garnish of fresh parsley, they deliver restaurant-quality flavor straight from your oven. Perfect for family meals or entertaining guests, serve these drumsticks alongside roasted vegetables or a crisp salad for a complete, satisfying dish. This oven-baked Italian chicken recipe is a must-try for anyone seeking a quick, healthy, and irresistibly tasty dinner idea!
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Recipe Information
Ingredients
- 8 chicken drumsticks
- 3 tablespoons olive oil
- 3 garlic cloves, minced
- 2 teaspoons dried oregano
- 1 teaspoon dried basil
- 1 teaspoon dried thyme
- 1 teaspoon paprika
- 1 tablespoon grated Parmesan cheese
- 1 lemon, juiced
- 1 teaspoon salt
- 0.5 teaspoon black pepper
- 2 tablespoons fresh parsley, chopped (for garnish)
Instructions
Preheat your oven to 400°F (200°C). Line a baking sheet with aluminum foil or parchment paper for easy cleanup.
In a large mixing bowl, combine the olive oil, minced garlic, dried oregano, dried basil, dried thyme, paprika, grated Parmesan cheese, lemon juice, salt, and black pepper. Mix well to form a marinade.
Pat the chicken drumsticks dry with paper towels and add them to the bowl of marinade. Toss the drumsticks until they are fully coated in the marinade.
Arrange the drumsticks in a single layer on the prepared baking sheet. Make sure they are spaced apart for even cooking.
Bake in the preheated oven for 20 minutes. Then, flip the drumsticks and bake for an additional 20 minutes, or until the chicken reaches an internal temperature of 165°F (74°C) and the skin is golden brown and crispy.
Remove the drumsticks from the oven and allow them to rest for 5 minutes.
Transfer the drumsticks to a serving platter and garnish with freshly chopped parsley. Serve immediately with your favorite sides, such as roasted vegetables or a crisp green salad.
Nutrition Facts
Calories |
1817 | ||
|---|---|---|---|
% Daily Value* |
|||
| Total Fat | 117.9 g | 151% | |
| Saturated Fat | 28.4 g | 142% | |
| Polyunsaturated Fat | 4.0 g | ||
| Cholesterol | 749 mg | 250% | |
| Sodium | 3012 mg | 131% | |
| Total Carbohydrate | 11.0 g | 4% | |
| Dietary Fiber | 2.6 g | 9% | |
| Total Sugars | 1.7 g | ||
| Protein | 181.1 g | 362% | |
| Vitamin D | 0.0 mcg | 0% | |
| Calcium | 224 mg | 17% | |
| Iron | 9.8 mg | 54% | |
| Potassium | 1970 mg | 42% | |
*The % Daily Value tells you how much a nutrient in a serving of food contributes to a daily diet. 2,000 calories a day is used for general nutrition advice.
