Ultimate Herb-Roasted Chicken Drumsticks & Crispy Potatoes Bake
Looking for a flavor-packed chicken dinner recipe that’s easy, hearty, and perfect for weeknights? This oven-baked herb chicken drumsticks and potatoes recipe is bursting with Mediterranean-inspired flavors, roasted to golden perfection, and ready to impress your family.
Prep Time: 15 minutes
Cooking Time: 50 minutes
Servings: 4
Calories per Serving: ~520
Ingredients:
For the Herb-Roasted Chicken Drumsticks
Chicken drumsticks (skin-on for extra crispiness)
Olive oil
Garlic, minced
Paprika
Dried oregano
Dried thyme
Salt & pepper
For the Crispy Roasted Vegetables
Potatoes, peeled and diced
Red bell pepper, chopped
Green bell pepper, chopped
Onion, chopped
Olive oil
Paprika
Dried parsley
Salt & pepper
Instructions:
1. Preheat Oven to 200°C (400°F) for the perfect roast.
2. Season the Chicken: In a bowl, coat the chicken drumsticks with olive oil, garlic, paprika, oregano, thyme, salt, and pepper. Arrange in a large baking dish.
3. Prep the Vegetables: In another bowl, toss potatoes, bell peppers, and onion with olive oil, paprika, parsley, salt, and pepper. Spread them evenly around the chicken.
4. Roast to Perfection: Bake uncovered for about 50 minutes, basting the chicken occasionally with pan juices until the skin is crispy and golden brown and the potatoes are tender.
5. Serve & Enjoy: Serve hot straight from the baking dish for a rustic, family-style presentation.
Notes & Variations
Add carrots or zucchini for extra color and flavor.
Swap drumsticks for chicken thighs or bone-in chicken breasts.
Sprinkle crumbled feta cheese over the roasted vegetables for a Mediterranean roasted chicken twist.
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