Fried Chicken Drumsticks
These fried chicken drumsticks are the perfect choice for a quick and finger-licking meal. I love this recipe because it is incredibly versatile and pairs well with almost any side dish. You can have dinner ready in no time with just a few simple ingredients and a deep frying pan. These drumsticks also freeze well, making them great for meal prep.
Servings: 6
Calories: 122kcal
Equipment
Ingredients
- 6 chicken drumsticks
- 2 teaspoon smoked paprika
- ½ teaspoon black pepper
- 2 teaspoon garlic powder
- 1 teaspoon onion powder
- 1 teaspoon salt
- olive oil for frying
Instructions
- Wash and pat dry the chicken legs.6 chicken drumsticks
- Mix the spices together in a small bowl.2 teaspoon smoked paprika, ½ teaspoon black pepper, 2 teaspoon garlic powder, 1 teaspoon onion powder, 1 teaspoon salt
- Coat the chicken drumsticks with spices.
- Deep fry in olive oil till crispy, flipping after 10 minutes.olive oil for frying
- Drain in a colander or paper towels before serving.
Notes
- To save time, use my homemade chicken seasoning mix on all your chicken dishes!
- You can also prepare the chicken by placing all ingredients in a resealable plastic bag and shaking the bag till the chicken is well coated.
- Let the chicken legs thaw to room temperature to get rid of excess water before frying in hot oil for best results.
- Place the chicken drumsticks on a wire rack if you have one to collect excess liquid as it drains.
Nutrition
Calories: 122kcal | Carbohydrates: 1g | Protein: 13g | Fat: 7g | Saturated Fat: 2g | Polyunsaturated Fat: 2g | Monounsaturated Fat: 3g | Trans Fat: 1g | Cholesterol: 70mg | Sodium: 467mg | Potassium: 174mg | Fiber: 1g | Sugar: 1g | Vitamin A: 36IU | Vitamin C: 1mg | Calcium: 10mg | Iron: 1mg