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Chicken Drumsticks with Turmeric & other spices
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Turmeric Baked Chicken Drumsticks

Chicken drumsticks are and easy dinner any night of the week. These drumsticks are spiced with turmeric for a delicious earthy flavor that can easily be paired with a variety of sides.
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Prep Time 5 minutes
Cook Time 45 minutes
Marinate Time (optional) 12 hours
Course: Main Course
Cuisine: American, Indian
Ingredients Method Notes

Ingredients
  

  • 8-12 Chicken Drumsticks depending on size 3lbs is what you're aiming for.
  • olive oil
  • 1 tbsp black pepper
  • 1 1/2 tbsp salt
  • 2 tbsp Turmeric
  • 1 tsp garlic powder
  • 1 tsp onion powder
  • pinch cayenne pepper optional
  • 3 tbsp olive oil

Method
 

Prep the chicken
  1. Pat the chicken dry with paper towels to remove any surface moisture.
  2. Add chicken to a large bowl or Ziploc bag and drizzle with oil. Toss to coat all chicken evenly.
  3. Mix salt, pepper, turmeric, garlic powder, onion powder,and cayenne, if using, in a small bowl. Mix well to combine.
  4. Add spice mixture to chicken and toss until each piece is evenly coated.
Marinate
  1. Cover chicken and place in refrigerator. Let sit at least 1 hour, up to overnight before baking for best flavor.
Bake Chicken
  1. Preheat oven to 425 degrees
  2. Line a large baking sheet with foil or parchment paper
  3. Arrange chicken on baking sheet on on single layer, not overlapping. Leave at least an inch of space in between each piece
  4. Once oven is preheated, place chicken in oven and bake for 30 minutes
  5. After 30 minutes, remove tray, flip each piece of chicken over, and return tray to the oven. Continue to bake for an additional 15 minutes. Chicken is done when it reaches and internal temperature of 165°F.
  6. Remove from oven and allow to chicken to cool for 5-10 minutes. Serve immediately Enjoy!

Notes

This spice rub is great on all cuts of chicken. Try it with chicken wings, breast or thighs too!