Buttermilk Baked Drumsticks

Makes 8 servings; 1 drumstick each serving

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INGREDIENTS


 

  • Vegetable oil cooking spray or vegetable oil
  • 1 teaspoon garlic powder
  • 1 teaspoon onion powder
  • 1 teaspoon paprika
  • 1 teaspoon salt
  • 1/2 teaspoon pepper
  • 1 cup buttermilk
  • 8 chicken drumsticks, skinless
  • 2 Tablespoons, parsley, optional

DIRECTIONS


  1. Preheat oven to 375°F.
  2. Wash your hands well with soap and warm water for at least 20 seconds
  3. Line a baking sheet pan with aluminum foil and lightly spray with vegetable oil cooking spray.
  4. In a bowl, whisk together garlic powder, onion powder, paprika, salt, and pepper.
  5. Place buttermilk into a small mixing bowl. With tong, dip drumsticks into buttermilk and place in a resealable plastic storage bag. Repeat for all drumsticks. Pour dry seasonings into bag. Seal bag and toss to coat drumsticks. Use tongs to transfer to baking sheet pan.
  6. Bake for 40-45 minutes until chicken is golden brown and internal temperature is 165°F. Top with parsley if using.
  7. Refrigerate leftovers within 2 hours.

This material was funded by USDA’s Supplemental Nutrition Assistance Program – SNAP. This institution is an equal opportunity provider.

Page updated: November 10, 2025