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Breaded Chicken Drumsticks

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

Equipment

  • oven rack and baking sheet
  • Aluminum Foil
  • Three Shallow Bowls
  • Measuring cups and spoons
  • Whisk or fork
  • Paper Towels
  • Cooking spray

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 coating rack and spraying drumsticks

Instructions
 

  • Preheat the oven to 400°F (200°C). Line a baking sheet with aluminum foil and place an oven-safe rack on top; lightly spray the rack with olive oil cooking spray.
  • Pat the drumsticks dry with paper towels to remove excess moisture.
  • In the first shallow bowl, combine the all-purpose flour and dried oregano.
  • In the second bowl, beat the eggs until smooth.
  • In the third bowl, mix the panko breadcrumbs with dried basil, garlic powder, onion powder, smoked paprika, salt, and black pepper.
  • Working one drumstick at a time, dredge it in the flour mixture, shake off excess, dip it in the beaten eggs, then press it firmly into the seasoned panko so the crumbs adhere evenly.
  • Place the breaded drumsticks on the prepared rack, spaced apart. Lightly spray the drumsticks with olive oil cooking spray.
  • Bake in the preheated oven for 45 minutes, turning once halfway through, until the drumsticks are cooked through and reach an internal temperature of 165°F (74°C).
  • Remove from oven and let rest a few minutes before serving.

Notes

  • Patting the chicken dry helps the coating stick and get crisp.
  • Use a rack so air circulates and the coating stays crisp.
  • Flip the drumsticks once for even browning.