Lemon Garlic Baked Chicken Drumsticks
Ingredients
10 to 12 chicken drumsticks bone in, skin on
Kosher salt
1 tbsp dry oregano
1 tbsp black pepper
1 1/2 tsp coriander
1 tsp sweet paprika
1/2 tsp cumin
1 head garlic about 12 garlic cloves, peeled and chopped
1 medium yellow onion cut into wedges
Zest and juice of 2 lemons + 1 lemon sliced
1/4 cup extra virgin olive oil I used Private Reserve Greek olive oil
Directions
- Pat chicken dry and season with kosher salt, be sure to season under the skin too. If you have the time, arrange the chicken on a tray or a shallow dish and chill in the fridge uncovered for a few hours or overnight (optional.)
- Place the chicken in a large zip bag. In a small bowl, combine spices (oregano, black pepper, coriander, paprika, and cumin.) Add the spices to the chicken in the bag.
- Add the garlic, onion, lemon zest, lemon juice, and olive oil. Zip the bag shut. Toss chicken around and massage to make sure it is well coated in the marinade. Let the chicken marinate for about 30 minutes, or if you have the time, refrigerate for 2 to 4 hours.
- When ready, heat the oven to 450 degrees F.
- Lightly oil a baking dish and arrange the chicken drumsticks (yes, include the onions and the marinade). Arrange lemon slices in between.
- Bake for 35 minutes or until the chicken is fully cooked and its juices run clear (internal temperature of chicken should register 165 degrees F using an instant read thermometer). If you like, broil for just a few minutes until skins are crispy to your liking.
Recipe Video
Notes
- recipe from The Mediterranean Dish
- I worried the tablespoon of black pepper might be a typo but no! I used the full amount and it was just flavorful, not excessively peppery.