Breaded Chicken Drumsticks

Crispy, golden, and full of flavor, these Breaded Chicken Drumsticks are the ultimate crowd-pleaser for family dinners or game-day feasts. This recipe combines a perfectly seasoned flour mix with a crunchy breadcrumb coating, delivering juicy chicken with a satisfying crunch in every bite. The process starts with pan-frying the drumsticks to achieve a beautiful golden crust, followed by baking in the oven for tender, cooked-through perfection. Infused with spices like paprika, garlic powder, and onion powder, these drumsticks are far from basic. Serve them piping hot with your favorite dipping sauces or alongside a fresh side salad for a complete meal. Ready in just 45 minutes, this easy breaded chicken drumstick recipe is destined to become a household favorite!

Nutriscore Rating: 62/100

Prep Time:15 mins

Cook Time:30 mins

Total Time:45 mins

Servings: 4

Ingredients

• 8 chicken drumsticks
• 1 cup all-purpose flour
• 1 teaspoon salt
• 0.5 teaspoon black pepper
• 0.5 teaspoon garlic powder
• 0.5 teaspoon onion powder
• 0.5 teaspoon paprika
• 2 eggs
• 0.25 cup milk
• 2 cups breadcrumbs
• 1 cup vegetable oil

Directions

Step 1

Preheat your oven to 400°F (200°C) and line a baking sheet with parchment paper.

Step 2

In a shallow dish, combine the flour, salt, black pepper, garlic powder, onion powder, and paprika.

Step 3

In another shallow dish, beat the eggs with the milk until well combined.

Step 4

Place the breadcrumbs in a third shallow dish.

Step 5

Pat the chicken drumsticks dry with paper towels. This will help the coating stick better.

Step 6

Dredge each drumstick in the flour mixture, ensuring it is evenly coated. Shake off any excess flour.

Step 7

Dip the floured drumsticks into the egg mixture, making sure they are fully coated.

Step 8

Roll the drumsticks in the breadcrumbs, pressing lightly to ensure the breadcrumbs adhere to the chicken.

Step 9

Heat the vegetable oil in a large skillet over medium-high heat until shimmering.

Step 10

Add the drumsticks to the skillet, in batches if necessary, and fry them until golden brown on all sides, about 3 minutes per side.

Step 11

Transfer the browned drumsticks to the prepared baking sheet.

Step 12

Bake the drumsticks in the preheated oven for 20 minutes, or until the internal temperature reaches 165°F (75°C) and the juices run clear.

Step 13

Remove from the oven and let them rest for a few minutes before serving.

Nutrition Facts

Serving size	1526.5 grams (1526.5g)

Amount per serving	% Daily Value*
Calories	4623

Total Fat 306.10g	392%
Saturated Fat 57.00g	285%
Polyunsaturated Fat 134.40g
Cholesterol 1122mg	374%
Sodium 6474mg	281%
Total Carbohydrate 264.10g	96%
Dietary Fiber 11.80g	42%
Total Sugars 18.80g
Protein 235.30g	471%

Vitamin D 109IU	544%
Calcium 357mg	27%
Iron 25mg	139%
Potassium 2211mg	47%

*The % Daily Value tells you how much a nutrient in a serving of food contributes to a daily diet. 2,000 calories a day is used for general nutrition advice.

Source of Calories

Fat: 58.0%

Protein: 19.8%

Carbs: 22.2%