These baked chicken drumsticks are fuss-free and absolutely delicious. They are marinated in a flavorful combination of soy sauce, garlic, ginger, and fragrant cilantro, then baked until beautifully golden brown.
One of the best things about this chicken drumstick recipe is that it can be prepared in advance and stored covered in the refrigerator for a few days, making it perfect for easy meals throughout the week.
You can also cook the drumsticks on the grill when the weather permits for a delicious smoky variation.
Use the structured ingredient and direction fields below for cooking. The recipe source is Delights of Culinaria.
- Step 1
In a blender or food processor, combine the soy sauce, garlic, fresh ginger, black pepper, cilantro, and olive oil. Blend until well combined.
- Step 2
Place the chicken drumsticks in a large mixing bowl or zip-top bag. Pour the marinade over the chicken and toss well to coat every piece.
- Step 3
Cover or seal and marinate for at least 30 minutes.
- Step 4
Preheat the oven to 375°F (190°C).
- Step 5
Arrange the drumsticks in a large baking pan and pour the remaining marinade over the chicken.
- Step 6
Cover the baking pan tightly with foil and bake for 1 hour.
- Step 7
Remove the foil and continue baking uncovered for another 30–40 minutes, or until the drumsticks are well browned and cooked through.
- Step 8
Remove from the oven and spoon the flavorful sauce from the bottom of the baking pan over each drumstick.
- Step 9
Garnish with chopped green scallions, if desired, and serve hot.
- Calories:390 kcal27%
- Protein:35 g178%
- Carbohydrates:4 g
- Sugar:1 g
- Salt:1.8 g32%
- Energy:1,630 kJ27%
- Fat:25 g26%
Baked Chicken Drumsticks is a Delights of Culinaria recipe built around Chicken Drumsticks, Ginger, Garlic. This import keeps the source ingredient measurements and turns the preparation into clear Platea recipe steps. It is filed as main course and yields about 8 servings.
Use the structured ingredient and direction fields below for cooking. The recipe source is Delights of Culinaria.
