Cumin-Garlic Oven-Baked Chicken Drumsticks

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Drumsticks infused with warm cumin and garlic, baked until skin is crackling and meat is juicy. This american-inspired chicken (keto, low-carb) ready in about 50 minutes pairs chicken drumsticks, olive oil, cumin for a weeknight-friendly dinner that comes together with one pan and minimal cleanup. Each serving lands at about 330 calories and feeds 4, so it slots cleanly into a low-carb week and pairs well with cauliflower rice or roasted green vegetables. Tap "Plan a meal with the AI" below to drop this recipe into your week and send the ingredients straight to Instacart. Nutrition values are approximate, calculated from USDA FoodData Central (fdc.nal.usda.gov) — verify against ingredient labels for any health-driven dietary plan.

★ 4.4 (13 ratings) Prep: 10 min Cook: 40 min Serves 4 American cuisine 330 cal/serving
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Instructions

  1. Step 1: Preheat oven to 425°F (220°C).
  2. Step 2: Pat drumsticks dry with paper towels. Whisk 2 tbsp olive oil with 1 tsp ground cumin, 1/2 tsp smoked paprika, 1/2 tsp garlic powder, 1/2 tsp salt, and 1/4 tsp black pepper in a small bowl.
  3. Step 3: Rub the spice mixture evenly over all drumsticks, coating completely.
  4. Step 4: Arrange drumsticks skin-side up on a parchment-lined baking sheet, not touching, and bake 35-40 minutes until skin is deep golden and internal temperature reaches 165°F (74°C), flipping once halfway through.

Frequently asked questions

How long does Cumin-Garlic Oven-Baked Chicken Drumsticks take to make?

Total time is about 50 minutes (10 min prep + 40 min cook). Most home cooks find this fits comfortably into a weeknight; double the batch on Sunday for two dinners.

How do I store leftover Cumin-Garlic Oven-Baked Chicken Drumsticks?

Cool to room temperature within 2 hours, then store in an airtight container in the fridge for up to 4 days. Reheat covered in a 350°F oven for 10-12 minutes, or microwave at 70% power in 60-second bursts to keep chicken drumsticks from drying out.

Can I substitute ingredients in Cumin-Garlic Oven-Baked Chicken Drumsticks?

Yes — most ingredients in this recipe have flexible swaps. For oil, use any neutral high-smoke-point oil (avocado, grapeseed, refined coconut). For aromatics, dried herbs at ⅓ the volume of fresh work in a pinch. The full ingredient list is shoppable on Instacart so you can see substitutes in real time.

How do I scale Cumin-Garlic Oven-Baked Chicken Drumsticks for a different number of people?

The recipe is written for 4 servings. Multiply each ingredient by (your serving target / 4). Cook time stays roughly the same up to 2x; for 3-4x batches, switch from a skillet to a sheet pan or stockpot so the food isn't crowded — overcrowding steams instead of browns.

Is Cumin-Garlic Oven-Baked Chicken Drumsticks keto?

Yes — this recipe is tagged keto, low-carb based on its ingredient list. Always cross-check labels for packaged ingredients (sauces, broths, condiments) since formulations vary by brand.

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