Juicy, tender, and packed with flavor! These six delicious chicken drumstick recipes are perfect for family dinners, comforting weekend meals, or easy homemade dinners. From garlic butter chicken to creamy mushroom pasta, each recipe combines simple ingredients with irresistible flavors.
1. Garlic Butter Chicken Drumsticks with Mashed Potatoes 🧄🧈
Prep Time: 15 minutes
Cook Time: 45–50 minutes
Servings: 4
Ingredients
For the chicken:
- 900 g chicken drumsticks
- 3 tablespoons melted butter
- 3 garlic cloves, minced
- 1 teaspoon paprika
- 1 teaspoon garlic powder
- ½ teaspoon black pepper
- 1 teaspoon salt
- 1 tablespoon chopped fresh parsley
- 1 tablespoon lemon juice
For the mashed potatoes:
- 700 g potatoes, peeled and cubed
- 3 tablespoons butter
- ½ cup warm milk
- Salt and black pepper to taste
Instructions
Step 1: Prepare the chicken.
Preheat your oven to 200°C (400°F). Pat the chicken drumsticks dry with paper towels and place them in a large bowl.
Step 2: Make the garlic butter marinade.
Combine the melted butter, minced garlic, paprika, garlic powder, black pepper, salt, and lemon juice. Mix well.
Step 3: Season the drumsticks.
Pour the garlic butter mixture over the chicken and toss until every drumstick is evenly coated.
Step 4: Bake the chicken.
Arrange the drumsticks in a baking dish in a single layer. Bake for 40–50 minutes, turning halfway through, until golden brown and cooked through. The internal temperature should reach 74°C (165°F).
Step 5: Boil the potatoes.
While the chicken cooks, place the potatoes in a pot of salted water. Bring to a boil and cook for 15–20 minutes, or until fork-tender.
Step 6: Mash the potatoes.
Drain the potatoes and mash them with butter and warm milk. Season with salt and black pepper until smooth and creamy.
Step 7: Serve.
Sprinkle the chicken with fresh parsley and serve hot alongside the mashed potatoes. Spoon some of the delicious garlic butter juices over the chicken before serving.
2. Honey Mustard Chicken Drumsticks with Roasted Potatoes 🍯🥔
Prep Time: 10 minutes
Cook Time: 45–50 minutes
Servings: 4
Ingredients
For the chicken:
- 900 g chicken drumsticks
- 2 tablespoons olive oil
- 3 tablespoons honey
- 2 tablespoons Dijon mustard
- 2 garlic cloves, minced
- 1 teaspoon paprika
- ½ teaspoon dried thyme
- Salt and black pepper to taste
For the potatoes:
- 600 g baby potatoes, halved
- 2 tablespoons olive oil
- 1 teaspoon garlic powder
- ½ teaspoon paprika
- Salt and black pepper to taste
For the green beans:
- 300 g green beans, trimmed
- 1 tablespoon olive oil
- A pinch of salt
Instructions
Step 1: Preheat the oven.
Preheat your oven to 200°C (400°F). Line a large baking tray with baking paper or lightly grease a roasting dish.
Step 2: Prepare the honey mustard sauce.
In a bowl, whisk together the honey, Dijon mustard, olive oil, minced garlic, paprika, thyme, salt, and black pepper.
Step 3: Coat the chicken.
Add the drumsticks to the bowl and turn them until completely covered in the honey mustard mixture.
Step 4: Season the potatoes.
Place the halved potatoes in a separate bowl. Add olive oil, garlic powder, paprika, salt, and pepper. Toss well.
Step 5: Arrange the ingredients.
Spread the potatoes across the baking tray and place the chicken drumsticks among them. Bake for 40–50 minutes, turning the chicken halfway through.
Step 6: Add the green beans.
Toss the green beans with olive oil and a little salt. Add them to the tray during the final 15–20 minutes of cooking.
Step 7: Finish and serve.
Make sure the chicken reaches an internal temperature of 74°C (165°F). Allow it to rest for a few minutes, then serve with the roasted potatoes and green beans.
3. Sticky BBQ Chicken Drumsticks with Corn and Coleslaw 🍗🔥
Prep Time: 15 minutes
Cook Time: 45–50 minutes
Servings: 4
Ingredients
For the chicken:
- 900 g chicken drumsticks
- 1 tablespoon olive oil
- ¾ cup barbecue sauce
- 1 tablespoon honey
- 1 teaspoon smoked paprika
- ½ teaspoon garlic powder
- ½ teaspoon onion powder
- Salt and black pepper to taste
For the corn:
- 2 ears of corn, cut in half
- 1 tablespoon butter
- A pinch of salt
For the coleslaw:
- 2 cups shredded cabbage
- 1 medium carrot, grated
- 3 tablespoons mayonnaise
- 1 teaspoon lemon juice
- Salt and black pepper to taste
Instructions
Step 1: Preheat the oven.
Preheat your oven to 200°C (400°F). Line a baking tray with baking paper.
Step 2: Season the drumsticks.
Place the chicken in a bowl and toss with olive oil, smoked paprika, garlic powder, onion powder, salt, and black pepper.
Step 3: Bake the chicken.
Arrange the drumsticks on the tray and bake for 30 minutes, turning them halfway through.
Step 4: Prepare the BBQ glaze.
Mix the barbecue sauce with honey in a small bowl until smooth.
Step 5: Add the sticky glaze.
Brush the chicken generously with the barbecue mixture. Return it to the oven for another 15–20 minutes, brushing with additional sauce if desired. Watch carefully to prevent the sugary glaze from burning.
Step 6: Cook the corn.
While the chicken finishes cooking, boil the corn in salted water for 8–12 minutes, or until tender. Drain and brush with butter.
Step 7: Make the coleslaw.
Combine the shredded cabbage and grated carrot in a bowl. Add mayonnaise, lemon juice, salt, and pepper. Mix thoroughly.
Step 8: Serve.
Arrange the glossy BBQ chicken on a platter and serve with buttered corn and creamy coleslaw for a delicious homemade dinner.
4. Lemon Herb Chicken Drumsticks with Rice and Vegetables 🍋🌿
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