Garlic Herb Roasted Chicken (Print View)

Tender drumsticks roasted with garlic, fresh herbs, and lemon for a satisfying, golden main course.

# Components:

→ Chicken

01 - 8 chicken drumsticks (about 2.6 lbs)

→ Marinade

02 - 3 tablespoons olive oil
03 - 4 garlic cloves, minced
04 - 2 tablespoons fresh parsley, finely chopped
05 - 1 tablespoon fresh rosemary, finely chopped
06 - 1 tablespoon fresh thyme, finely chopped
07 - 1 teaspoon salt
08 - 1/2 teaspoon black pepper
09 - Zest of 1 lemon
10 - 2 tablespoons lemon juice

→ Garnish (optional)

11 - Fresh parsley, chopped
12 - Lemon wedges

# Directions:

01 - Preheat oven to 425°F. Line a baking sheet with parchment paper or lightly grease with olive oil.
02 - In a large mixing bowl, combine olive oil, minced garlic, parsley, rosemary, thyme, salt, pepper, lemon zest, and lemon juice.
03 - Add chicken drumsticks to the mixture and toss thoroughly to coat all pieces. Allow to marinate for 10–15 minutes at room temperature, or refrigerate for up to 2 hours for enhanced flavor.
04 - Lay the marinated drumsticks on the prepared baking sheet in a single layer.
05 - Roast in the oven for 35–40 minutes, turning each drumstick over halfway through, until the skin is golden and crispy and the internal temperature reaches 165°F.
06 - Remove from oven and let drumsticks rest for 5 minutes before serving. Garnish with chopped fresh parsley and serve with lemon wedges.

# Expert Advice:

01 -
  • Easy to prepare with no fancy techniques or tools
  • Packed with bold garlic and herb flavors
  • Naturally gluten free and wholesome
  • Ready in under an hour including marinade time
  • Crispy skin and juicy meat every single time
02 -
  • This recipe fits gluten free diets without altering a thing
  • The chicken’s protein power makes it perfect for meal prep
  • Leftovers taste amazing both cold and warm
03 -
  • Allow the drumsticks to come close to room temperature before roasting for even cooking
  • Never skip resting the cooked chicken so those juices stay locked in
  • For extra crunch toss drumsticks with a sprinkle of cornmeal just before roasting

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