Are you ready to transform ordinary chicken drumsticks into a mouthwatering culinary masterpiece that will have your family and friends begging for seconds? This Garlic Butter Chicken Drumsticks recipe is about to become your new go-to dish that combines simplicity with explosive flavor. Imagine tender, crispy-skinned drumsticks bathed in a rich, aromatic garlic butter sauce that will make your kitchen smell like a gourmet restaurant and your dinner plate look like a work of art!
Prep Time: 10 mins
Cook Time: 50 mins
Total Time: 60 mins
Cuisine: American
Serves: 4 servings
Ingredients
- 8 chicken drumsticks
- 1/2 cup butter
- 4 cloves garlic, minced
- 1 tbsp fresh parsley, chopped
- Salt and pepper to taste
Instructions
- Preheat the oven to 425°F (218°C). Line a large baking sheet with aluminum foil or parchment paper for easy cleanup.
- Pat the chicken drumsticks dry with paper towels to ensure crispy skin. Season generously with salt and pepper on all sides, making sure to coat evenly.
- In a small saucepan, melt the butter over medium-low heat. Add minced garlic and sauté for 1-2 minutes until fragrant, being careful not to brown the garlic.
- Remove butter and garlic mixture from heat and let it cool slightly. Stir in chopped fresh parsley.
- Arrange the seasoned chicken drumsticks on the prepared baking sheet, ensuring they are not touching each other for even cooking.
- Brush half of the garlic butter mixture generously over the drumsticks, covering them completely.
- Roast in the preheated oven for 35-40 minutes, turning and basting with remaining garlic butter halfway through cooking.
- Check internal temperature of chicken with a meat thermometer - it should reach 165°F (74°C) at the thickest part of the drumstick.
- Remove from oven and let rest for 5 minutes. Garnish with additional chopped parsley if desired.
- Serve hot, drizzling any remaining garlic butter sauce over the drumsticks for extra flavor.
Tips
- Pat the chicken drumsticks completely dry before seasoning to ensure a crispy, golden-brown skin that's absolutely irresistible.
- Use fresh garlic if possible - it makes a world of difference in flavor compared to pre-minced garlic from a jar.
- Don't rush the garlic butter sauce - cook it on low heat to prevent burning and maximize the garlic's rich flavor.
- Use a meat thermometer to guarantee perfectly cooked chicken every single time. The internal temperature should hit 165°F (74°C) for safe consumption.
- For extra flavor, try adding a pinch of red pepper flakes to the garlic butter sauce if you enjoy a slight kick of heat.
- Let the chicken rest for 5 minutes after cooking to allow the juices to redistribute, ensuring maximum tenderness.
- If you want extra crispy skin, you can finish the drumsticks under the broiler for 2-3 minutes after baking.
Nutrition Facts
Calories: 505kcal
Carbohydrates: 1g
Protein: g
Fat: 43g
Saturated Fat: g
Cholesterol: 60mg
