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Lemon-Herb Chicken Drumettes

Sticky, zesty drumettes with lemon and fresh herbs — easy to eat, easy to love.
Print Recipe
Prep Time 10 minutes
Cook Time 35 minutes
Total Time 45 minutes
Servings: 8 (16 drumettes)
Course: Appetizer
Cuisine: Mediterranean
Ingredients Equipment Method Notes

Ingredients
  

  • 16 chicken drumettes
  • 2 tablespoons olive oil
  • 2 tablespoons lemon juice
  • Zest of 1 lemon
  • 3 cloves garlic minced
  • 1 teaspoon dried oregano
  • 1 teaspoon dried thyme
  • 1/2 teaspoon red pepper flakes
  • 1 teaspoon salt
  • 1/2 teaspoon black pepper
  • 2 tablespoons chopped fresh parsley
  • Lemon wedges for serving

Equipment

  • Baking sheet
  • parchment paper

Method
 

  1. Heat the oven to 400°F (200°C) and line a baking sheet with parchment.
  2. Toss the drumettes with the oil, lemon juice, zest, garlic, and herbs.
  3. Spread in a single layer on the prepared pan.
  4. Roast for 30 to 35 minutes, turning once, until crisp and cooked through.
  5. Sprinkle with parsley and serve with lemon wedges.
  6. For extra crunch, switch the oven to grill for the last 3 minutes.

Notes

You can marinate the drumettes in the morning and roast them just before the party; or roast them ahead and reheat in a hot oven for 8 minutes. Storage: Refrigerate leftovers in an airtight container for up to 3 days.