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Breaded Chicken Drumsticks

Crispy on the outside, tender inside, these breaded chicken drumsticks are easy to make and flexible to cook. Choose oven-baked or fried, both work beautifully.
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Everyday Cooking
American
Kitchen Pace : 🕒🕒
Servings: 4
Recipe by NAVA Kitchen
Golden, crispy breaded chicken drumsticks served on a white plate with cherry tomatoes.
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Ingredients:

  • 8 chicken drumsticks, skinless
  • 3 garlic cloves, pressed
  • 1 tbsp olive oil
  • 1 tbsp yogurt
  • 1 tsp paprika
  • ½ tsp dried thyme or oregano
  • Salt, to taste
  • Black pepper, freshly ground
For coating
  • 2 eggs
  • 1½ cups panko breadcrumbs
  • ½ tsp garlic powder
  • ½ tsp salt
For frying (optional)
  • 3 –6 cups neutral oil, depth 2-3 inches

Method:

Start Cooking
Marinate
  • In a bowl, mix garlic, olive oil, yogurt, paprika, thyme, salt, and pepper.
  • Add drumsticks and coat well.
  • Let rest for 20–30 minutes.
Coating
  • In one bowl, beat the eggs.
  • In another bowl, mix panko, garlic powder, and salt.
  • Remove drumsticks from marinade and shake off excess marinade.
  • Dip each drumstick into egg, then into panko.
  • Press gently so coating sticks well.
  • Let coated drumsticks rest for 5–10 minutes.
Oven-Baked Option
  • Preheat oven to 425°F (220°C).
  • Place drumsticks on a wire rack over a baking tray.
  • Lightly spray or brush with oil.
  • Bake for 35–45 minutes, turning once halfway, until golden and cooked through.
  • Optional: broil for 2–3 minutes for extra crisp.
Fried Option
  • Heat oil to 350°F (175°C) (about 2–3 inches deep).
  • Fry drumsticks for 12–15 minutes, turning occasionally, until golden and cooked through.
  • Transfer to a paper towel-lined plate.
Serve
  • Internal temperature should reach 165°F (74°C).
  • The coating should be golden and crisp.
  • Serve with lemon wedges or add a light squeeze of lemon just before serving. Bon appétit.

Kitchen Tools:

Notes:

From the kitchen
  • Let excess marinade drip off before coating so the breadcrumbs stick properly.
  • Use panko for a lighter, crispier texture.
  • A wire rack is key for oven baking. It allows air to circulate and prevents soggy bottoms.
  • Don’t overcrowd the pan when frying; cook in batches if needed.
  • Let the coated drumsticks rest before cooking to help the coating stay in place.
  • For even cooking, turn drumsticks occasionally while frying or halfway through baking.
 
Make it yours
  • Add ½ tsp smoked paprika or chili flakes.
  • Use oregano instead of thyme.
  • Try double coating (egg → panko → egg → panko) for extra crunch.
  • Add 1–2 tbsp grated parmesan to the panko for a richer crust.
  • Swap panko for regular breadcrumbs for a softer texture.
 
At the table

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Nutrition:

Calories: 483 kcal | Carbohydrates: 18 g | Protein: 33 g | Fat: 30 g | Saturated Fat: 6 g | Polyunsaturated Fat: 7 g | Monounsaturated Fat: 15 g | Trans Fat: 0.1 g | Cholesterol: 223 mg | Sodium: 400 mg | Potassium: 455 mg | Fiber: 1 g | Sugar: 2 g | Vitamin A: 445 IU | Vitamin C: 1 mg | Calcium: 84 mg | Iron: 3 mg
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