Garlic Chicken Drumsticks
Juicy chicken drumsticks seared until golden, then simmered in a rich garlic-infused oil with a hint of spice. Simple, satisfying, and ready in under an hour.
- Total time
- 35 min
- Servings
- 4
- Calories
- 420
- Protein
- 32g

Ingredients
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Step 1
Pat drumsticks dry and season all over with salt and pepper.
Step 2
Heat olive oil in a large skillet over medium-high heat.
Step 3
Add drumsticks and sear until golden brown on all sides, about 8 minutes total.
Step 4
Reduce heat to medium-low and add garlic cloves; cook until fragrant, about 1 minute.
Step 5
Sprinkle paprika over chicken and stir to coat.
Step 6
Pour in water, cover, and simmer until chicken is cooked through, about 20 minutes.
Step 7
Uncover and cook a few more minutes to thicken sauce if desired.
Tools you’ll need
- large skillet
- tongs
- measuring spoons
- knife
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