Herb Roasted Chicken Drumsticks & Potatoes
Roasted chicken drumsticks, flavorful with herbs and spices, are nestled in a bed of crisp sweet potatoes, white potatoes, and onion in this easy sheet pan dinner.
Servings: 4
Ingredients
- 2 teaspoons fresh rosemary, roughly chopped (see note #1)
- 1 teaspoon fresh thyme, roughly chopped
- 1 teaspoon paprika
- 1 teaspoon garlic powder
- ½ teaspoon coarse ground black pepper
- 1 teaspoon kosher salt
- 2 medium sweet potatoes, cut into 1-inch pieces (1 ½ lbs.)
- 1 medium russet potato, cut into 1-inch pieces (½ -¾ lb.)
- 1 medium yellow onion, chopped
- 1 tablespoon extra-virgin olive oil
- 8 chicken drumsticks, about 3 pounds
Instructions
- Preheat oven to 450°F.
- In a small bowl, combine rosemary, thyme, paprika, garlic powder, black pepper, and salt.2 teaspoons fresh rosemary, roughly chopped, 1 teaspoon fresh thyme, roughly chopped, 1 teaspoon paprika, 1 teaspoon garlic powder, ½ teaspoon coarse ground black pepper, 1 teaspoon kosher salt
- In large bowl, toss potatoes and onion with olive oil and half of the spice/herb mixture. Spread evenly in large rimmed sheet pan, about 13 x 18 inches.2 medium sweet potatoes, cut into 1-inch pieces, 1 medium russet potato, cut into 1-inch pieces, 1 medium yellow onion, chopped, 1 tablespoon extra-virgin olive oil
- In same bowl, toss drumsticks with remaining spice mixture. Position the drumsticks on top, or nestle them into the potatoes, whichever you prefer.8 chicken drumsticks, about 3 pounds
- Roast for 20 minutes. Remove from oven and stir potatoes. Return pan to oven and roast for an additional 10 minutes, or until an instant read thermometer inserted in the thickest part of the leg reads 165°F.
- Serve immediately.
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Notes
- Using dried herbs: If you don't have fresh herbs, substitute dried herbs but use half as much (1 teaspoon crushed rosemary, ½ teaspoon dried thyme). Feel free to vary the spices and/or herbs if you'd like a different flavor profile.
- Pro tip: Try to cut the potatoes into fairly uniform ¾ inch cubes. Cubes that are approximately the same size will roast more evenly and get done at the same time.
- Chicken: If you prefer, substitute chicken thighs or roast a combination of thighs and legs.
- Storage & reheating: Leftovers can be stored in the refrigerator tightly covered for two to three days. Reheat in a single layer in the oven at 350°F for ten minutes or until the drumsticks are heated through. Single portions can be microwaved but the chicken and potatoes won't be as crispy and the chicken may dry out more.
Nutrition
Serving: 2drumsticks with potatoes | Calories: 547kcal | Carbohydrates: 36g | Protein: 43g | Fat: 25g | Saturated Fat: 6g | Polyunsaturated Fat: 5g | Monounsaturated Fat: 11g | Trans Fat: 0.1g | Cholesterol: 210mg | Sodium: 886mg | Potassium: 1172mg | Fiber: 5g | Sugar: 6g | Vitamin A: 16203IU | Vitamin C: 18mg | Calcium: 74mg | Iron: 3mg
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