Description
Mom’s Chicken Drumsticks Recipe is a must-try for any home cook looking to impress at their next gathering. These flavorful, tender chicken drumsticks are marinated to perfection and then baked until the skin is irresistibly crispy. Perfect for family dinners, summer barbecues, or meal prep, this recipe is as easy to make as it is delicious. The combination of simple ingredients and straightforward steps ensures success every time. Whether served with a fresh salad, in a sandwich, or paired with your favorite dipping sauce, these chicken drumsticks will quickly become a household favorite.
Ingredients
Scale
- 4 1/2 to 5 lbs chicken drumsticks
- 1 medium yellow onion (pureed)
- 2 tablespoons mayonnaise
- 1 teaspoon black pepper
- 1 tablespoon salt
- Optional: 1 to 2 tablespoons Jamaica me sweet hot and crazy sauce
- Fresh parsley (for garnish)
Instructions
- In a bowl, mix pureed onion, mayonnaise, black pepper, salt, and hot sauce (if using).
- Place chicken drumsticks in a large mixing bowl and coat with the marinade.
- Cover and refrigerate for 6 to 8 hours or overnight.
- Preheat oven to 400°F. Line a baking sheet with parchment paper.
- Place drumsticks skin-side up on the baking sheet and bake for 45 minutes.
- Flip the drumsticks and bake for an additional 15 minutes; broil for 3 minutes for extra crispiness.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 60 minutes
- Category: Main
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: American
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 drumstick (90g)
- Calories: 213
- Sugar: 0 grams
- Sodium: 420 mg
- Fat: 14 grams
- Saturated Fat: 3 grams
- Unsaturated Fat: 10 grams
- Trans Fat: 0 grams
- Carbohydrates: 2 grams
- Fiber: 0 grams
- Protein: 20 grams
- Cholesterol: 81 mg