Spicy Baked Chicken Drumsticks

Spicy baked chicken drumsticks are an instant hit with the guests who visit our home. Unlike the chicken drumsticks served in a restaurant, these baked chicken drumsticks do not need any oil at all. Hence this recipe is a very healthy option for calorie conscious individuals. 

Ingredients

Chicken Drumsticks - 6

Curd (preferably hung curd or thick curd) - 3 tbsp

Ginger - 1 inch

Garlic - 1 big pod or 3 medium pods

Green Chillies - 5 (As per taste)

Chilli Powder - 1/2 tsp (optional)

Coriander powder - 1/2 tsp

Cumin powder - 1/4 tsp

Chopped Coriander leaves - 1 tbsp

Salt - as per taste

Grind to Paste

Garlic+Green Chillies+Ginger+Chopped Coriander Leaves

Method of Preparation

1. Wash the drumsticks and make slits on them.

2. In a bowl add the rest of the ingredients including the ground paste and mix well. 

3. Now add this mixture to the drumsticks and mix well so that, they get a good coating of the marinade. Let the chicken rest in the marinade overnight or for 24 hours. 

4. In a preheated oven at 350F place the drumsticks on a greased baking tray and let it bake for 45 min. 

5. After 45 min, turn the drumsticks over and cook for another 30 to 45 min or until they turn golden brown.
6. Once the drumsticks are cooked, increase the oven temperature to 450F and let the chicken become crisp for 15-20 minutes.
7. Serve the spicy baked chicken drumsticks hot with onion rings.

Sending this recipe to 'Two For Tuesdays'