Source: Vaaseenaa, AdobeStockChicken drumsticks can be cooked in countless ways and with various ingredients, so we've gathered 20 of the best recipes for you. Whether it's a family dinner or a festive table, chicken drumsticks will be perfect for any occasion!
1. Chicken Drumsticks with Potatoes and Cheese
Source: zdorovogotovim.ruYour favorite baked chicken with potatoes – now with chicken drumsticks.
You will need: 800 g chicken drumsticks, 800 g potatoes, 200 g onions, 200 g mayonnaise, 150 g hard cheese, spices.
Preparation: Slice the potatoes and cut the onions into rings. Mix the onions with half of the mayonnaise, and rub the chicken drumsticks with spices. Layer the potatoes, onions, chicken, and then more onions.
Cover with foil and bake in the oven for 1 hour at 180 degrees Celsius. Then remove the foil, mix the grated cheese with the remaining mayonnaise, and spread it on top. Return to the oven for another 20 minutes.
2. Braised Chicken Drumsticks in Sour Cream
Source: m.fotostrana.ruA very simple homemade dish when you need to feed the whole family.
You will need: 8 chicken drumsticks, 1 carrot, 1 onion, 250 g sour cream, 1 glass of water, 2 cloves of garlic, 1 bay leaf, spices.
Preparation: Rub the drumsticks with spices and fry until golden brown on all sides. Mince the onion, grate the carrot, and fry them separately until soft. Add the fried vegetables to the chicken, along with all other ingredients. Bring to a boil and simmer for another 20 minutes.
3. Chicken Drumsticks with Buckwheat in the Oven
Source: stella-clothes.ruThe most delicious chicken with buckwheat is achieved when cooked together.
You will need: 2 cups buckwheat, 8 chicken drumsticks, 1 carrot, 1 onion, 2 cloves of garlic, 2 tbsp vegetable oil, 50 g butter, 3.5 cups water, spices.
Preparation: Mince the onion and carrot, and fry until soft in oil. Add garlic and spices. Rub the chicken drumsticks with spices. Grease a baking dish with oil, layer the vegetables, then the rinsed buckwheat, and pour water over everything. Place the chicken drumsticks on top, cover with foil, and bake for 1 hour in the oven at 180 degrees Celsius. Remove the foil 15 minutes before the end.
4. Stewed Potatoes with Chicken Drumsticks
Source: novyefoto.ruYou can make excellent chicken with potatoes even without an oven!
You will need: 900 g potatoes, 600 g chicken drumsticks, 200 g carrots, 170 g onions, 90 g mayonnaise, 30 g butter, 3 tbsp vegetable oil, 400 ml water, spices.
Preparation: Cut the vegetables arbitrarily. Fry the onions and carrots until soft in vegetable oil. Add the chicken drumsticks, sprinkle with spices, and layer the potatoes on top. Add all other ingredients, mix gently, and simmer the dish covered for 40-45 minutes over low heat.
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5. Chicken Drumsticks with Rice
Source: koolinar.ruWe recommend using long-grain rice, which doesn't overcook.
You will need: 600 g chicken drumsticks, 2 onions, 200 g rice, 1 clove of garlic, 1 tsp cumin, 50 ml vegetable oil, 1 tsp paprika, spices.
Preparation: Fry the chicken until golden brown on all sides and rub with spices. Separately fry the minced onion with garlic. Add the rice to the onion and fry for another 2-3 minutes, stirring. Pour in 500 ml of boiling water, add spices, and bring to a boil. Add the chicken drumsticks and simmer everything together covered for 40-45 minutes.
6. Chicken Drumsticks with Mushrooms in Cheese Sauce
Source: pinterest.comBe sure to choose good processed cheese so it melts properly.
You will need: 6 chicken drumsticks, 200 g mushrooms, 100 g processed cheese, 1 onion, 1 carrot, 3 tbsp vegetable oil, 250 ml water, spices.
Preparation: Mince the onion and carrot, and fry in oil until soft. Add the sliced mushrooms and fry for another 5 minutes. Add the sliced processed cheese, boiling water, and spices. Simmer the sauce until the cheese dissolves. Add the chicken drumsticks and simmer for about half an hour covered, turning occasionally.
7. Chicken Drumsticks with Vegetables in a Roasting Bag
Source: recepty-prigotovleniya.comA roasting bag is one of the most convenient ways to cook chicken drumsticks in the oven.
You will need: 6 chicken drumsticks, 2 carrots, 1 onion, 1 bell pepper, 1 zucchini, 1 handful each of green peas and green beans, 2 tbsp each of vegetable oil and soy sauce, spices.
Preparation: Cut the vegetables arbitrarily and place all ingredients in the roasting bag. Mix and bake in the oven for 1 hour at 180 degrees Celsius.
8. Chicken Drumsticks with Cauliflower
Source: vego-kolbasa.ruThis dish is not only delicious but also low in calories.
You will need: 500 g chicken drumsticks, 300 g cauliflower, 1 onion, 1/2 carrot, 100 g cheese, 200 g sour cream, spices.
Preparation: Blanch the cauliflower for 5 minutes in boiling water. Cut the carrot and onion arbitrarily, and rub the chicken drumsticks with spices. Place everything in a baking dish, pour sour cream over it, and bake in the oven for 40 minutes at 180 degrees Celsius. Sprinkle with grated cheese and bake for another 15 minutes.
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9. Chicken Drumsticks with Broccoli in the Oven
Source: solasz.comTo make the dish more original, add a handful of berries or a couple of orange slices.
You will need: 700 g chicken drumsticks, 1 head of broccoli, 2 tbsp soy sauce, 2 tbsp olive oil, spices.
Preparation: Marinate the chicken in soy sauce and spices for 20 minutes. Place it in a baking dish and add broccoli florets. Sprinkle everything with spices, drizzle with oil, and bake for 40 minutes in the oven at 190 degrees Celsius.
10. Chicken Drumsticks with Vegetables in an Egg Filling
Source: youtube.comTender chicken, aromatic vegetables, and a hearty yet healthy dish!
You will need: 1 kg chicken drumsticks, 3 carrots, 2 onions, 250 g each of cauliflower and broccoli, 1 bell pepper, 100 g green peas, 2 tbsp soy sauce, 3 eggs, 20 g hard cheese, 200 g sour cream, 1 tbsp flour, spices.
Preparation: Marinate the chicken drumsticks in soy sauce and spices for half an hour. Arbitrarily chop the vegetables and place them in a baking dish with the chicken. Whisk the eggs with sour cream, spices, flour, and grated cheese. Pour the sauce over the dish and bake in the oven for 30-35 minutes at 200 degrees Celsius.
11. Chicken Drumsticks with Brussels Sprouts
Source: zdorovogotovim.ruIt will be especially delicious if you grill the chicken in a grill pan.
You will need: 1 kg chicken drumsticks, 300 g Brussels sprouts, 1 tbsp olive oil, 2 cloves of garlic, 1 lemon, 4 tbsp broth, 1/2 cup grated Parmesan, spices.
Preparation: Blanch the Brussels sprouts for 5 minutes in boiling water and cut them in half. Rub the chicken drumsticks with spices and fry until golden brown on all sides.
Place everything in a baking dish, drizzle with lemon juice, add broth and chopped garlic, and pour oil over everything. Bake in the oven for 30-40 minutes at 180 degrees Celsius. Shortly before the end, sprinkle everything with grated Parmesan.
12. Roast with Chicken Drumsticks and Vegetables
Source: pigmine.ruIn this recipe, the ingredients are for one standard portion pot.
You will need: 1 chicken drumstick, 2 potatoes, 1/2 onion, 2 mushrooms, 1/2 carrot, 1 tomato, spices.
Preparation: Remove the skin from the chicken and remove the joint. Cut all vegetables and fry the onion with carrot and mushrooms until soft. Place all ingredients in a pot, season to taste, and add a little water. Cook the dish in the oven for about 1 hour at 200 degrees Celsius.
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13. Chicken Drumsticks with Cabbage in a Roasting Bag
Source: pinterest.comFor a brighter aroma and color, add a little smoked paprika.
You will need: 400 g chicken drumsticks, 300 g cabbage, 2 onions, 150 g carrots, 1 tbsp olive oil, spices.
Preparation: Shred the cabbage and vegetables, rub the chicken drumsticks with spices, and place everything in the roasting bag. Add oil and bake in the oven for 1 hour at 180 degrees Celsius.
14. Chicken Drumsticks in Lavash
Source: dzen.ruCrispy crust on the outside and tender juicy chicken meat inside.
You will need: 5 chicken drumsticks, 80 ml kefir, 1 tsp mustard, 1 lavash, 80 ml milk, 50 g hard cheese, spices.
Preparation: Mix kefir, mustard, and spices, and marinate the chicken drumsticks for 1 hour. Cut the lavash into strips, dip each in milk, and line a baking dish with these rectangles so that the edges of the lavash hang over.
Place the chicken on top and cover with the hanging edges. Cover everything with foil and bake in the oven for half an hour at 200 degrees Celsius. Remove the foil and bake for another 10 minutes. Sprinkle with grated cheese and bake for another 5-7 minutes.
15. Chicken Drumsticks in Puff Pastry Pockets
Source: up-photo.ruYou can wrap a variety of fillings in these pockets, including chicken drumsticks.
You will need: 300 g puff pastry, 4 chicken drumsticks, 200 g mushrooms, 80 g each of carrots and onions, spices.
Preparation: Mince the onion, carrot, and mushrooms, and fry until cooked. Rub the chicken drumsticks with spices and also fry until golden brown on all sides. Cut the pastry into squares, place the fried filling, and vertically place a chicken drumstick on each square. Fold the pastry into a pocket and secure with kitchen twine or another strip of pastry. Bake for 40-45 minutes in the oven at 180 degrees Celsius.
16. Chicken Drumsticks with Rice and Vegetables in a Roasting Bag
Source: receptisalatov.comIf desired, add any other vegetables to your taste.
You will need: 400 g chicken drumsticks, 100 g green beans, 1 cup rice, 1 onion, 100 g Korean carrots, 1 bell pepper, 100 g corn, 1 tbsp olive oil, spices.
Preparation: Boil the rice until half-cooked. Rub the chicken drumsticks with spices and place all ingredients in the roasting bag. Bake in the oven for 1 hour at 180 degrees Celsius.
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17. Chicken Drumsticks with Oranges
Source: zdorovogotovim.ruThis chicken is great with any side dish – rice, potatoes, or fresh vegetables.
You will need: 300 g chicken drumsticks, 1 orange, 50 ml soy sauce, 3 cloves of garlic, 1 tbsp vegetable oil, 1 tsp each of paprika and turmeric, spices.
Preparation: Slice the orange into wedges and marinate it with the chicken drumsticks in spices and soy sauce for 1 hour. Grease a baking dish with oil, place the prepared ingredients in it, add garlic, and bake in the oven for 40 minutes at 180 degrees Celsius.
18. Chicken Drumstick Soup with Noodles
Source: montisbar.ruBroth made with chicken drumsticks is rich and light at the same time.
You will need: 4 chicken drumsticks, 3 potatoes, 1 onion, 1 carrot, 150 g green peas, 70 g noodles, 1.5 L water, spices.
Preparation: Cover the chicken with water, bring to a boil, and cook for 20 minutes. Add the sliced potatoes, and after another 15 minutes, add the green peas and noodles. In parallel, fry the minced onion with carrot. Add the fried vegetables after the peas and cook the soup for a couple more minutes. Serve with fresh herbs.
19. Chicken Drumsticks with Apples in the Oven
Source: foodrecipeshub.comSweet and sour juicy apples are ideal – incredibly delicious.
You will need: 800 g chicken drumsticks, 1 tsp mustard, 45 ml vegetable oil, 10 g paprika, spices, 2 apples, 1 tsp honey, 3 cloves of garlic.
Preparation: Rub the chicken drumsticks with all the spices, honey, mustard, and half of the oil. Let them marinate for 1 hour. Slice the apples into wedges and lightly fry them in the remaining oil. Place everything in a baking dish and pour the remaining apple juice and chicken marinade over it. Add garlic and bake for 45 minutes in the oven at 200 degrees Celsius.
20. Chicken Drumsticks with Eggplant
Source: koolinar.ruBefore serving, we recommend sprinkling the finished dish with chopped cilantro.
You will need: 800 g chicken drumsticks, 2 eggplants, 1 carrot, 5 tbsp soy sauce, 1 tsp sugar, 2 cloves of garlic, spices.
Preparation: Mix soy sauce, sugar, spices, and crushed garlic. Cut all vegetables and place them in a baking dish with the chicken drumsticks. Pour the marinade over everything and leave for 2 hours in a cool place. Bake the dish in the oven for 1 hour at 190 degrees Celsius.