Description
These Oven Roasted Lemon Garlic Parsley Chicken Drumsticks are a perfect balance of tangy lemon, aromatic garlic, and fresh parsley, creating a mouthwatering dish thatโs both savory and zesty. Roasted to crispy perfection, this dish is a crowd-pleaser!
Ingredients
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12 chicken drumsticks (organic if possible)
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3-4 cloves garlic, minced
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Zest of 1 lemon
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Juice of 1 lemon
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1/4 cup fresh parsley, finely chopped
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2 tablespoons olive oil (plus extra to loosen marinade)
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2 teaspoons kosher salt
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1 tablespoon adobo seasoning
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1 tablespoon maggie seasoning (optional)
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1 tablespoon ALDI Salt Free Table seasoning blend (optional)
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Instructions
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Preparation: Pat the chicken drumsticks dry with paper towels to ensure the marinade sticks and promotes even cooking.
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Make the Marinade: In a bowl, combine the minced garlic, lemon zest, lemon juice, chopped parsley, olive oil, salt, adobo seasoning, maggie seasoning, and ALDI seasoning blend. Mix well, or pulse everything together in a mini food processor.
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Marinate the Chicken: Place the drumsticks in a resealable plastic bag or shallow dish. Pour the marinade over the drumsticks, making sure they are well-coated. Seal the bag or cover the dish and refrigerate for at least 2 hours (up to overnight). Alternatively, you can bake them right away if youโre short on time.
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Preheat the Oven: Preheat your oven to 375ยฐF (190ยฐC). Line a baking sheet with aluminum foil or parchment paper for easy cleanup.
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Room Temperature: Take the marinated drumsticks out of the refrigerator and let them sit for 15-20 minutes to come to room temperature. This helps them cook more evenly.
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Bake the Drumsticks: Arrange the drumsticks on the prepared baking sheet, ensuring they are spaced apart for even roasting.
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Oven Roasting: Roast the drumsticks in the preheated oven for 1 hour. Halfway through, turn the drumsticks over to ensure even cooking and crispy skin.
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Check Doneness: The chicken should reach an internal temperature of 165ยฐF (74ยฐC) and have a golden-brown, crispy skin. If not done, cook for an additional 10-20 minutes.
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 drumstick
- Calories: 280 kcal
- Sugar: 1g
- Sodium: 620mg
- Fat: 18g
- Saturated Fat: 3g
- Unsaturated Fat: 14g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 2g
- Fiber: 1g
- Protein: 22g
- Cholesterol: 75mg