Oven Baked Chicken Drumsticks

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  1 tsp Paprika, Smoked
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  0.5 tsp Garlic powder
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  0.3 tsp Onion powder
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  0.1 tsp Cayenne Pepper, Ground
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  0.3 tsp 1/4 tsp dried oregano ($0.03)
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  0.5 tsp 1/2 tsp salt ($0.02)
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  0.3 tsp 1/4 Tsp Black Pepper (Freshly Cracked, $0.02)
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  1.8 lbs Chicken Drumstick, Skin-On
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  2 tbsp Vegetable oil

Instructions

1. 1Pat the chicken drumsticks dry with paper towels.
2. 2Combine the smoked paprika, garlic powder, onion powder, cayenne pepper, dried oregano, salt, and black pepper in a small bowl.
3. 3Place the drumsticks in a large bowl, drizzle with vegetable oil, then sprinkle the seasoning mixture over them and toss until evenly coated.
4. 4Preheat the oven to 425°F. Arrange the seasoned drumsticks on a baking sheet lined with foil or parchment paper, spacing them so they don't touch.
5. 5Bake at 425°F for 20 minutes, then flip the drumsticks over and continue baking for 18–22 minutes, until the skin is golden brown and the internal temperature reaches 165°F when measured at the thickest part of the thigh without touching bone.
6. 6Remove from the oven and let rest for 5 minutes.
7. 7Divide the drumsticks evenly into 6 airtight containers while hot.
8. 8Allow to cool to room temperature, then seal and refrigerate.