Learn to make the most delicious baked chicken drumsticks with a homemade spice rub! These are easy to make, can be cooked with or without the skin, and kids love them.
Step 1
Optional: For a lighter option, you can remove the skin from the drumstick before baking. The easiest way is to use a paper towel to grip the chicken drumstick and gently pull off the skin.
Step 2
Preheat the oven to 425 degrees. Cover a baking sheet with parchment paper and a wire rack if cooking with the skin-on. Mix together all of the spices. Brush the drumsticks with oil and then coat with spice mixture.
Step 3
Place on the baking sheet, making sure they do not touch. Bake for about 40 minutes or until drumsticks are cooked through and have reached an internal temperature of 165 degrees. Flip the drumsticks once during cooking. Let rest before serving.