Juicy Lemon Butter Chicken Drumsticks: Your New Family Favorite

Juicy Lemon Butter Chicken Drumsticks: A Must-Try Recipe bursting with flavor and aroma, perfect for weeknight dinners.

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Prep Time 10

Cook Time 40

Resting Time 5

Total Time 55

Servings: 4 drumsticks

Course: Dinner

Cuisine: American

Calories: 320

Ingredients Equipment Method Nutrition Notes

Ingredients

For the Chicken

8 pieces Chicken Drumsticks Aim for optimal flavor absorption
1 teaspoon Salt Essential for seasoning
1 teaspoon Pepper Adds a mild kick

For the Lemon Butter Sauce

1/2 cup Unsalted Butter Provides richness
2 pieces Fresh Lemons Use for juice and zest
3 cloves Garlic Cloves Minced for flavor
1 tablespoon Fresh Thyme Use fresh for more flavor

Equipment

Oven
Saucepan
Roasting pan
meat thermometer

Method

Step-by-Step Instructions

Preheat your oven to 425°F (220°C).
Rinse the chicken drumsticks under cold water and pat them dry. Season each drumstick with salt and pepper.
In a small saucepan, melt unsalted butter over medium heat. Add minced garlic and sauté until fragrant.
Remove from heat and stir in freshly squeezed lemon juice and zest.
Transfer seasoned drumsticks to a roasting pan. Pour lemon garlic sauce over them.
Bake in preheated oven for 35-40 minutes until skin is golden brown and internal temperature reaches 165°F.
Let the chicken rest for about 5 minutes before serving.
Plate your drumsticks and drizzle remaining lemon butter sauce over them.

Nutrition

Serving: 1drumstickCalories: 320kcalCarbohydrates: 1gProtein: 24gFat: 25gSaturated Fat: 10gPolyunsaturated Fat: 1gMonounsaturated Fat: 12gCholesterol: 105mgSodium: 450mgPotassium: 300mgVitamin A: 300IUVitamin C: 10mgCalcium: 5mgIron: 1.5mg

Notes

Marinating chicken in the sauce enhances flavor. Ensure drumsticks are not overcrowded for even cooking.

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