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Gordon Ramsay Chicken Drumsticks – Juicy, Crispy & Full of Flavor

Gordon Ramsay Chicken Drumsticks
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Gordon Ramsay’s Chicken Drumsticks recipe features simple yet powerful flavors, using ingredients like garlic, herbs, paprika, olive oil, and lemon, cooked until the skin is crispy and the meat is tender and juicy. These are often pan-seared and finished in the oven for restaurant-quality results.

Ingredients

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  • 6 chicken drumsticks (skin-on, bone-in)

  • 2 tbsp olive oil

  • 1 tsp paprika

  • 1 tsp garlic powder

  • ½ tsp onion powder

  • 1 tsp dried thyme or rosemary

  • 1 tsp salt

  • ½ tsp black pepper

  • Juice of ½ lemon

  • 1 tbsp butter (for finishing)

  • 2 cloves garlic, smashed

  • Fresh parsley (for garnish, optional)

Instructions

Season the Drumsticks:

  • Pat the chicken dry with paper towels to help the skin crisp up.

  • In a bowl, mix olive oil, paprika, garlic powder, onion powder, thyme, salt, and pepper.

  • Toss the drumsticks in the seasoning mixture to coat them evenly.

Sear for Flavor (Optional but Recommended):

  • Heat a skillet over medium-high heat with a touch of oil.

  • Sear the drumsticks on all sides for 2–3 minutes until golden brown.

Roast in the Oven:

  • Preheat oven to 400°F (200°C).

  • Transfer drumsticks to a baking tray or oven-safe skillet.

  • Add smashed garlic cloves and dots of butter around the drumsticks.

  • Roast for 25–30 minutes, turning once, until the skin is crispy and internal temperature reaches 165°F (74°C).

Finish and Serve:

  • Squeeze lemon juice over the drumsticks, garnish with fresh parsley, and serve hot.

Find it online: https://gordonramsayeats.com/gordon-ramsay-chicken-drumsticks/