Oven-Roasted Buffalo-Style Chicken Drumsticks

By AislePrompt Editorial · Published 2026-06-04 · Updated 2026-06-04

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Juicy chicken drumsticks roasted with a spicy buffalo glaze for a flavorful, crispy finish. This American-inspired chicken recipe, ready in about 50 minutes, pairs chicken drumsticks, olive oil, hot sauce for a weeknight-friendly dinner that comes together with one pan and minimal cleanup. Each serving lands at about 320 calories and feeds 4, so it slots cleanly into a weekly meal plan and pairs well with a quick salad or grain on the side. 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.

Prep: 10 min Cook: 40 min Serves 4 American cuisine 320 cal/serving

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Ingredients

8 pieces chicken drumsticks
2 tbsp olive oil
1/4 cup hot sauce
2 tbsp unsalted butter
1 tsp garlic powder
1 tsp smoked paprika
1 tsp salt
1/2 tsp black pepper

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Instructions

Step 1: Preheat your oven to 425°F (220°C). Pat dry 8 chicken drumsticks and toss with 2 tbsp olive oil, 1 tsp garlic powder, 1 tsp smoked paprika, 1 tsp salt, and 1/2 tsp black pepper until evenly coated.
Step 2: Arrange the drumsticks on a baking sheet lined with foil and bake for 35 minutes, flipping halfway through until the skin is crispy and juices run clear.
Step 3: While the chicken bakes, melt 2 tbsp unsalted butter in a small saucepan over low heat. Stir in 1/4 cup hot sauce until smooth and heated through.
Step 4: Remove the drumsticks from the oven and toss immediately in the buffalo sauce to coat. Serve hot with celery sticks or your favorite dipping sauce.