Baked Chicken Drumsticks

Ingredients

• 2 1/2 - 3 pounds chicken drumsticks (about 8 drumsticks)
• 1/4 cup olive oil
• 2 teaspoon smoked paprika
• 2 teaspoon garlic powder
• 1 teaspoon onion powder
• 1 teaspoon poultry seasoning
• 1/2 teaspoon salt (or to taste)
• 1/2 teaspoon pepper (or to taste)
• 1 tablespoon brown sugar (packed)

Instructions

1. 1

   Preheat Oven: Preheat the oven to 425°F.

2. 2

   Coat Chicken: Pat dry the chicken drumsticks with paper towels. Arrange the drumsticks in a 9x13" baking dish. Drizzle the olive oil over the drumsticks and use your hands to mix them around and coat each one evenly with the oil.

3. 3

   Dry Rub Time: Whisk the dry rub ingredients together in a small bowl. Generously sprinkle the dry up over the drumsticks on each side.

4. 4

   Bake & Serve: Transfer the baking dish to the oven and bake for 30 minutes, then flip and bake for another 5-10 minutes, or until the internal temperature reads 165°F. Let the chicken rest for 5-10 minutes before serving.