Baked Lemon Garlic Chicken Drumsticks
Tender and juicy baked lemon garlic chicken drumsticks with a zesty, savory marinade. This simple and flavorful recipe is perfect for an easy weeknight dinner or meal prep.
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 40 minutes
- Total Time: 50 minutes
- Yield: 4 servings 1x
- Category: Main Course
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: Mediterranean
- Diet: Halal
Ingredients
Scale
- 8 chicken drumsticks (about 2.5 lbs)
- 3 tbsp olive oil
- 3 tbsp lemon juice (freshly squeezed)
- 1 tbsp lemon zest
- 4 cloves garlic, minced
- 1 tsp salt
- ½ tsp black pepper
- 1 tsp dried oregano
- 1 tsp paprika
- 1 tbsp chopped fresh parsley (optional, for garnish)
Instructions
- Preheat oven to 400°F (200°C). Line a baking sheet with parchment paper or lightly grease it.
- In a large bowl, whisk together olive oil, lemon juice, lemon zest, garlic, salt, pepper, oregano, and paprika.
- Add chicken drumsticks to the bowl and toss to coat evenly. Let marinate for at least 15–30 minutes (or overnight for more flavor).
- Arrange drumsticks in a single layer on the prepared baking sheet.
- Bake for 35–45 minutes, flipping halfway through, until chicken is golden brown and cooked through (internal temperature should reach 165°F or 74°C).
- Garnish with fresh parsley before serving, if desired.
Notes
- Marinate the chicken overnight for maximum flavor.
- You can broil the drumsticks for 2–3 minutes at the end for crispier skin.
- Pairs well with rice, roasted vegetables, or a fresh salad.
- Leftovers can be stored in the fridge for up to 3 days.
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 2 drumsticks
- Calories: 320
- Sugar: 0g
- Sodium: 520mg
- Fat: 21g
- Saturated Fat: 5g
- Unsaturated Fat: 14g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 2g
- Fiber: 0g
- Protein: 28g
- Cholesterol: 120mg
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