Herb-Roasted Chicken Drumsticks with Lemon

Name: Herb-Roasted Chicken Drumsticks with Lemon
Prep time: 10 min
Cook time: 40 min
Total time: 50 min
Yield: 4 servings
Cuisine: American
Ingredients: 12 oz chicken drumsticks; 2 tbsp olive oil; 1 lemon; 2 cloves garlic; 1 tbsp fresh thyme; 1/2 tsp dried rosemary; 1/2 tsp salt; 1/4 tsp black pepper

Juicy chicken drumsticks roasted until golden with a bright lemon-herb glaze, featuring a perfect balance of savory and citrus notes.

Cuisine: American

Category: Chicken

Prep: 10 minutes. Cook: 40 minutes.

Serves 4.

Ingredients

12 oz chicken drumsticks
2 tbsp olive oil
1 lemon
2 cloves garlic
1 tbsp fresh thyme
1/2 tsp dried rosemary
1/2 tsp salt
1/4 tsp black pepper

Instructions

Step 1: Preheat oven to 400°F. Pat 12 oz chicken drumsticks dry with paper towels.
Step 2: Zest 1 lemon and squeeze 2 tbsp juice. In a small bowl, combine zest, 2 tbsp lemon juice, 2 minced garlic cloves, 1 tbsp fresh thyme, 1/2 tsp dried rosemary, 1/2 tsp salt, and 1/4 tsp black pepper.
Step 3: Rub the mixture evenly over drumsticks. Place in a single layer on a parchment-lined baking sheet.
Step 4: Roast for 35-40 minutes, turning once halfway, until internal temperature reaches 165°F and skin is golden brown.