Description
Enjoy a taste of Puerto Rico with this vibrant and flavorful Puerto Rican Chicken recipe. Perfect for family dinners, gatherings, or meal prep, this oven-baked dish is both succulent and easy to prepare. The marinated chicken drumsticks are infused with a delightful blend of garlic, oregano, and Sazon seasoning, creating an irresistible flavor profile that will impress your guests. Serve it alongside rice, salad, or roasted vegetables for a complete meal. With minimal effort required in the kitchen, this recipe is ideal for any occasion—whether it’s a casual weeknight dinner or a festive celebration.
Ingredients
Scale
- 3 pounds chicken drumsticks
- 1 teaspoon garlic powder
- 1 teaspoon dried oregano
- 1/2 teaspoon salt
- 1/2 teaspoon ground black pepper
- 1 packet Sazon seasoning
- 2 tablespoons sofrito (optional)
Instructions
- In a large mixing bowl, combine the drumsticks with garlic powder, oregano, salt, black pepper, Sazon seasoning, and sofrito. Mix until evenly coated.
- Cover and marinate in the refrigerator for at least 2 hours or up to 24 hours.
- Preheat the oven to 350°F (175°C).
- Arrange the marinated drumsticks on a baking tray in a single layer and bake for 30 minutes.
- Flip the chicken and continue baking for another 20 minutes.
- Increase the heat to 400°F (200°C) and bake for an additional 5-10 minutes until golden brown.
- Let rest for a few minutes before serving.
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 65 minutes
- Category: Main
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: Puerto Rican
Nutrition
- Serving Size: Approximately 5 drumsticks (250g)
- Calories: 450
- Sugar: 0g
- Sodium: 800mg
- Fat: 26g
- Saturated Fat: 8g
- Unsaturated Fat: 16g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 0g
- Fiber: 0g
- Protein: 45g
- Cholesterol: 150mg