Baked Ranch Chicken Drumsticks
Baked Ranch Chicken Drumsticks are the ultimate comfort food, bringing joy and flavor to your dinner table. These drumsticks feature a crispy, seasoned exterior that gives way to tender, juicy meat. Perfect for cozy nights or lively gatherings, this easy recipe will have family and friends coming back for more!
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 40 minutes
- Total Time: 55 minutes
- Yield: Serves approximately 5 (based on serving size of 2 drumsticks) 1x
- Category: Main
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: American
Ingredients
Scale
- 10–12 chicken drumsticks
- 1 packet ranch seasoning mix
- 2 tbsp olive oil
- 1 tsp garlic powder
- 1 tsp paprika
- 1 tsp salt
- 1/2 tsp black pepper
- Fresh parsley (optional garnish)
Instructions
- Preheat your oven to 425°F (220°C).
- Pat chicken drumsticks dry with paper towels.
- In a large bowl, mix olive oil, ranch seasoning, garlic powder, paprika, salt, and pepper. Coat each drumstick in the mixture.
- Line a baking sheet with parchment paper and arrange drumsticks without touching.
- Bake for 35-40 minutes until golden brown and crispy; internal temperature should reach 165°F (74°C).
- Garnish with parsley if desired and serve warm.
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 2 drumsticks (approximately 150g)
- Calories: 330
- Sugar: 0g
- Sodium: 670mg
- Fat: 22g
- Saturated Fat: 4g
- Unsaturated Fat: 15g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 0g
- Fiber: 0g
- Protein: 29g
- Cholesterol: 85mg