Chicken Drumsticks with Potatoes (Printable Version)

Tender chicken drumsticks roasted with potatoes, carrots, and herbs for a flavorful family meal.

# Ingredient List:

→ Poultry

01 - 8 chicken drumsticks, approximately 2.2 lbs

→ Vegetables

02 - 1.5 lbs baby potatoes, halved
03 - 4 large carrots, peeled and cut into 2-inch chunks
04 - 1 large red onion, cut into wedges

→ Marinade & Seasoning

05 - 3 tablespoons olive oil
06 - 1 tablespoon fresh rosemary, chopped, or 1 teaspoon dried
07 - 1 tablespoon fresh thyme leaves, or 1 teaspoon dried
08 - 4 cloves garlic, minced
09 - 1.5 teaspoons smoked paprika
10 - 1 teaspoon kosher salt
11 - 0.5 teaspoon freshly ground black pepper

→ Garnish

12 - Fresh parsley, chopped
13 - Lemon wedges

# Directions:

01 - Preheat oven to 425°F. Line a large sheet pan with parchment paper or aluminum foil to prevent sticking and simplify cleanup.
02 - In a large mixing bowl, combine olive oil, rosemary, thyme, minced garlic, smoked paprika, salt, and black pepper. Stir until fully incorporated.
03 - Add chicken drumsticks to the herb mixture and toss thoroughly to ensure all pieces are well coated with the marinade. Transfer drumsticks to a plate, reserving the remaining marinade in the bowl.
04 - Add potatoes, carrots, and red onion to the same bowl containing the remaining marinade. Toss until all vegetables are evenly coated.
05 - Spread coated vegetables in a single layer across the prepared sheet pan. Position marinated drumsticks on top of the vegetables, spacing them evenly.
06 - Place in preheated 425°F oven and roast for 40 to 45 minutes. Halfway through cooking, turn drumsticks and stir vegetables to ensure even browning. Drumsticks are done when internal temperature reaches 165°F and skin is golden brown. Vegetables should be tender when pierced with a fork.
07 - Remove from oven and transfer to serving platter. Garnish with fresh parsley and serve with lemon wedges on the side.

# Expert Advice:

01 -
  • One sheet pan means minimal cleanup and maximum flavor as everything roasts together.
  • The drumsticks stay juicy while the vegetables soak up all those herb-infused drippings.
  • Your whole kitchen will smell amazing, and people always assume you spent way more effort than you actually did.
02 -
  • Don't skip the halfway stir and flip—this ensures even cooking and prevents the bottom vegetables from burning while the chicken catches up.
  • If your vegetables are larger or smaller, adjust cooking time accordingly, because uniform sizing really is the secret to this working seamlessly.
03 -
  • Pat your drumsticks dry before coating them—moisture is the enemy of crispy skin, and this small step makes a noticeable difference.
  • If you have time, let the coated drumsticks and vegetables sit in the marinade for 20 minutes before roasting, because the flavors deepen and everything tastes more intentional.
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