Finger Lickin Chicken

Get ready for a crowd-pleasing dish with this "Finger Lickin Chicken," where juicy, tender drumsticks meet a perfectly crispy, golden coating you won't be able to resist. Marinated in tangy buttermilk for ultimate flavor and tenderness, these oven-baked drumsticks are coated in a savory blend of spices, panko breadcrumbs, and seasoned flour for that unbeatable crunch—no frying required! With a quick prep time and healthier baking method, this recipe delivers all the satisfaction of fried chicken without the guilt. Pair it with your favorite dipping sauce and a sprinkle of fresh parsley for a finger-licking meal that's pure comfort food perfection. Perfect for dinner parties, family meals, or an elevated game day treat, these drumsticks are easy to make and hard to forget!

Nutriscore Rating: 68/100

Prep Time:20 mins

Cook Time:35 mins

Total Time:55 mins

Servings: 4

Ingredients

• 8 pieces Chicken drumsticks
• 2 cups Buttermilk
• 1.5 cups All-purpose flour
• 0.5 cups Cornstarch
• 2 teaspoons Paprika
• 2 teaspoons Garlic powder
• 1 teaspoon Onion powder
• 0.5 teaspoons Cayenne pepper
• 2 teaspoons Salt
• 1 teaspoon Black pepper
• 2 large Eggs
• 1 cup Panko breadcrumbs
• 0 Vegetable oil cooking spray
• 2 tablespoons Parsley (optional, for garnish)

Directions

Step 1

Place the chicken drumsticks in a large bowl. Pour buttermilk over the chicken, ensuring they're fully submerged. Cover the bowl and refrigerate for at least 2 hours or, ideally, overnight to tenderize the chicken and enhance its flavor.

Step 2

Preheat your oven to 400°F (200°C) and line a baking sheet with parchment paper. Place a cooling rack on top of the sheet to elevate the chicken and ensure even cooking.

Step 3

In a large shallow dish, mix the flour, cornstarch, paprika, garlic powder, onion powder, cayenne pepper, salt, and black pepper.

Step 4

In another shallow dish, beat the eggs until smooth.

Step 5

In a third dish, spread out the panko breadcrumbs.

Step 6

Remove the chicken from the buttermilk, allowing the excess to drip off. Dip each drumstick first into the seasoned flour mixture, coating it evenly. Then, dip it into the beaten eggs, ensuring it's fully coated. Finally, roll it in the panko breadcrumbs, pressing gently to adhere the coating.

Step 7

Place the coated drumsticks onto the prepared rack on the baking sheet. Lightly spray them with vegetable oil cooking spray to help them crisp up.

Step 8

Bake the chicken in the preheated oven for 35 minutes, or until the coating is golden brown and crispy. The internal temperature of the chicken should read 165°F (74°C) when tested with a meat thermometer.

Step 9

Remove the chicken from the oven and let it rest for 5 minutes. Garnish with chopped parsley if desired, and serve hot with your favorite dipping sauce.

Nutrition Facts

Serving size	1679.7 grams (1679.7g)

Amount per serving	% Daily Value*
Calories	2849

Total Fat 104.00g	133%
Saturated Fat 33.70g	169%
Polyunsaturated Fat 1.00g
Cholesterol 1170mg	390%
Sodium 6290mg	273%
Total Carbohydrate 241.40g	88%
Dietary Fiber 10.40g	37%
Total Sugars 28.90g
Protein 234.00g	468%

Vitamin D 336IU	1679%
Calcium 794mg	61%
Iron 22mg	122%
Potassium 3008mg	64%

*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: 33.0%

Protein: 33.0%

Carbs: 34.0%