Baked Turkey Drumsticks
These Baked Turkey Drumsticks are juicy and tender with a savory blend of garlic, paprika, and herbs and aromatics like garlic cloves and lemon wedges. It’s all the flavors of a traditional roasted turkey in a fraction of the time.
Servings: 6 Servings
Ingredients
- 6 whole turkey drumsticks
- 4 tbsp unsalted butter melted
- 1 teaspoon onion powder
- 1 teaspoon garlic powder
- 1 teaspoon paprika
- ½ teaspoon dried rosemary
- ½ teaspoon ground black pepper
- ½ teaspoon salt
- 1 cup red bell pepper cut into cubes
- 1 cup celery sticks
- 1 whole lemon cut into wedges
- 8-10 whole garlic cloves
- ¾ cup chicken broth
- Fresh thyme to garnish
Instructions
- Preheat the oven to 400°F.
- Pat the turkey drumsticks dry with a kitchen towel, then massage with melted butter.
- In a small bowl, mix together onion powder, garlic powder, paprika, rosemary, black pepper, and salt.
- Evenly coat the drumsticks with the spice mix and set aside.
- On a baking tray, arrange bell peppers, celery, lemon slices, and garlic. Pour in the chicken broth and place the seasoned drumsticks on top of the veggies.
- Bake for 30 minutes, then cover the tray loosely with aluminum foil and return to the oven. Cook for another 15-20 minutes until the turkey is cooked through.
- Garnish with fresh thyme and serve.
Notes
- Use a Meat Thermometer: This ensures the turkey is cooked through without drying out.
- Pat Dry: Removing excess moisture from the drumsticks helps achieve crispy skin.
- Rest Before Serving: Let the drumsticks rest for 5-10 minutes to redistribute juices.
- Rotate for Even Cooking: Turn the drumsticks halfway through grilling or baking to ensure even cooking.
Nutrition
Serving: 1Leg | Calories: 116kcal | Carbohydrates: 4g | Protein: 23g | Fat: 9g | Saturated Fat: 5g | Polyunsaturated Fat: 0.4g | Monounsaturated Fat: 2g | Trans Fat: 0.3g | Cholesterol: 20mg | Sodium: 219mg | Potassium: 149mg | Fiber: 1g | Sugar: 1g | Vitamin A: 1252IU | Vitamin C: 33mg | Calcium: 18mg | Iron: 0.4mg