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Sheet Pan Chicken Drumsticks & Root Veggies

Chicken drumsticks represent the most affordable poultry cut available. Roasting them on a single sheet pan with potatoes and carrots keeps cleanup and costs minimal.

Cook 00:45
Yield 4 servings

Ingredients

  • 8 whole Chicken drumsticks (chicken legs)
  • 4 large Russet potatoes, cut into thick wedges
  • 4 large Carrots, cut into 1-inch thick chunks
  • 3 tbsp Vegetable oil or olive oil, divided
  • 1 tbsp Dried Italian seasoning mix
  • 1 tsp Garlic powder
  • 1 tsp Onion powder
  • To taste Salt and black pepper

Instructions

  1. 1
    Preheat your oven to 400°F (200°C) and grease a very large rimmed baking sheet with nonstick spray or oil.
  2. 2
    In a large bowl, toss the potato wedges and carrot pieces with 1.5 tablespoons of oil, half of the Italian seasoning, garlic powder , salt, and pepper until well coated.
  3. 3
    Spread the seasoned vegetables out into an even layer across the prepared baking sheet.
  4. 4
    Pat the chicken drumsticks dry with paper towels.
  5. 5
    Rub them with the remaining 1.5 tablespoons of oil and the rest of the spice mixture.
  6. 6
    Nestle the drumsticks among the vegetables on the sheet pan.
  7. 7
    Bake in the oven for 40-45 minutes, turning the veggies once halfway through, until the chicken skin is crisp and internal temperature hits 165°F.
Category
Dinner