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Breaded Chicken Drumsticks

Crispy oven-baked breaded chicken drumsticks seasoned with herbs and spices.
Prep Time 15 minutes
Cook Time 45 minutes
Total Time 1 hour
Servings: 4 servings

Ingredients
  

  • 8 chicken drumsticks
  • 2/3 cup all-purpose flour
  • 1 tablespoon dried oregano
  • 3 large eggs beaten
  • 1 cup panko breadcrumbs
  • 2 teaspoons dried basil
  • 3/4 teaspoon garlic powder
  • 3/4 teaspoon onion powder
  • 1 1/4 teaspoons smoked paprika
  • 1 teaspoon table salt
  • 1/2 teaspoon ground black pepper
  • olive oil cooking spray for spraying rack and drumsticks

Equipment

  • Oven
  • Baking Sheet
  • Wire Rack
  • foil
  • 3 shallow bowls
  • Measuring cups and spoons
  • Tongs
  • Paper Towels

Method
 

  1. Preheat the oven to 400°F (200°C). Line a baking sheet with foil and place a wire rack on top, then lightly spray the rack with olive oil.
  2. Pat the drumsticks dry with paper towels.
  3. In one shallow bowl, combine the flour and dried oregano.
  4. In a second bowl, beat the eggs until smooth.
  5. In a third bowl, mix the panko breadcrumbs with dried basil, garlic powder, onion powder, smoked paprika, salt, and black pepper.
  6. Working one at a time, dredge each drumstick in the flour mixture, then dip into the beaten eggs, and press firmly into the breadcrumb mixture to coat evenly.
  7. Arrange the breaded drumsticks on the prepared rack. Lightly spray the tops with olive oil cooking spray.
  8. Bake for 45 minutes, turning once halfway through, until the internal temperature reaches 165°F (74°C) and the crust is golden and crisp.

Notes

  • Patting the chicken dry helps the breading stick.
  • Press breadcrumbs firmly so they adhere well.
  • Use a rack for even air circulation and crisping.
  • Turn once for uniform browning.