GARLIC AND PARMESAN CHICKEN DRUMSTICKS RECIPE

chicken drumsticks garnished with fresh parmesan cheese and parsley on a wire rack on a parchment lined baking sheet

GARLIC AND PARMESAN CHICKEN DRUMSTICKS RECIPE

This Drumsticks Recipe is packed full of flavour thanks to freshly minced garlic and grated parmesan cheese. It's low carb, keto friendly and with no marinating time required, makes the perfect weeknight dinner!

Prep Time 5

Cook Time 40

Total Time 45

Servings Servings

Ingredients

2 pounds Chicken Drumsticks
2 tbsp Extra Virgin Olive Oil
3 Cloves Garlic minced
½ cup Parmesan Cheese freshly grated, more for topping
1 tsp Dried Oregano
1 tsp Dried Thyme
1 tsp Paprika
Salt and Pepper to taste
Fresh Chopped Parsley for garnish, optional

Instructions

Preheat the oven to 400°F (200°C) and line a baking sheet with parchment paper. If you have a wire rack, place it on top of the lined baking sheet.
Pat the chicken drumsticks dry with clean paper towel to absorb the excess moisture.
In a bowl, mix the olive oil, minced garlic, parmesan cheese, oregano, thyme, paprika, salt, and pepper.
Coat each drumstick with the mixture, ensuring even coverage on all of the drumsticks. I like to use my hands and really get in there, especially underneath the skin!
Place the drumsticks on the prepared baking sheet with enough room in between each to breathe.
Bake for 40-50 minutes* or until the chicken is cooked through and golden brown. Optional: Broil for an additional 2-3 minutes to crisp up the skin. The tendons should be separating from the bone and a meat thermometer should reach 165°F (74°C) when the chicken drumsticks are fully cooked.
Transfer to a bowl and top with more freshly grated parmesan cheese and fresh chopped parsley, if desired.

Notes

I recommend flipping the chicken drumsticks halfway through baking if you're not using a wire rack.

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