Herb Roasted Chicken Drumsticks (Printable)
Golden crispy chicken drumsticks seasoned with aromatic herbs, garlic, and citrus for a delicious meal.
# What You'll Need:
→ Chicken
01 - 8 chicken drumsticks (approximately 2.5 pounds), skin-on
→ Marinade
02 - 3 tablespoons olive oil
03 - 2 tablespoons fresh lemon juice (from approximately 1 lemon)
04 - 2 teaspoons lemon zest
05 - 3 garlic cloves, minced
06 - 2 tablespoons fresh parsley, finely chopped
07 - 1 tablespoon fresh thyme leaves, finely chopped
08 - 1 tablespoon fresh rosemary, finely chopped
09 - 1 teaspoon dried oregano
10 - 1 teaspoon salt
11 - ½ teaspoon freshly ground black pepper
→ Garnish
12 - Extra chopped parsley
13 - Lemon wedges
# How-To Steps:
01 - Preheat oven to 425°F. Line a baking sheet with parchment paper or lightly grease a roasting pan.
02 - Pat chicken drumsticks dry with paper towels and place in a large bowl.
03 - In a separate bowl, whisk together olive oil, lemon juice, lemon zest, garlic, parsley, thyme, rosemary, oregano, salt, and pepper.
04 - Pour the marinade over the chicken drumsticks. Toss well to coat evenly.
05 - Arrange drumsticks in a single layer on the prepared baking sheet.
06 - Roast in the preheated oven for 35-40 minutes, turning once halfway through, until the skin is golden and crisp and the internal temperature reaches 175°F.
07 - Remove from the oven and let rest for 5 minutes. Garnish with extra parsley and serve with lemon wedges if desired.
# Expert Tips:
01 -
- The marinade comes together in minutes but tastes like you spent all day planning it
- Crispy skin with juicy meat every single time, no special techniques required
02 -
- Skip the refrigeration step if you are short on time because these still turn out fantastic with immediate roasting
- Using fresh herbs makes a noticeable difference in brightness and aroma compared to dried versions
03 -
- Line your baking sheet with parchment paper to save yourself from stubborn cleanup
- Invest in a good meat thermometer because 175°F internal temperature guarantees perfectly cooked chicken every time