Oven-Roasted Chicken Drumsticks with Crispy Potatoes & Fresh Slaw 🥔🥗

This plate is classic comfort done right. Juicy, well-seasoned chicken drumsticks with that golden roasted skin, crispy paprika potatoes, and a crunchy homemade slaw to keep things fresh. Simple, hearty, and straight nostalgia vibes—this is a weeknight win every time.

🛒 𝐈𝐧𝐠𝐫𝐞𝐝𝐢𝐞𝐧𝐭𝐬:

For the Chicken:

4 chicken drumsticks

1½ tbsp olive oil

1 tsp paprika

1/2 tsp garlic powder

1/2 tsp onion powder

Salt & black pepper to taste

For the Potatoes:

2 medium potatoes, cubed

2 tbsp olive oil

1/2 tsp paprika

Salt & black pepper

For the Slaw:

1 cup shredded green cabbage

1/4 cup shredded purple cabbage

1/4 cup shredded carrots

1 tbsp mayonnaise or olive oil

1 tsp vinegar or lemon juice

Salt & pepper to taste

🔥 𝐃𝐢𝐫𝐞𝐜𝐭𝐢𝐨𝐧𝐬:

Season the Chicken:

Toss drumsticks with olive oil, paprika, garlic powder, onion powder, salt, and pepper.

Roast:

Bake at 400°F (205°C) for 40–45 minutes, flipping once, until deeply golden and cooked through.

Crispy Potatoes:

Toss cubed potatoes with olive oil, paprika, salt, and pepper. Roast alongside chicken for 30–35 minutes until crisp.

Mix the Slaw:

Combine cabbage, carrots, mayo (or oil), vinegar, salt, and pepper. Chill briefly for extra crunch.

Plate & Serve:

Serve drumsticks hot with crispy potatoes and a scoop of slaw on the side.

⏱️ Prep Time: 10 mins

🔥 Cooking Time: 45 mins

⏳ Total Time: 55 mins

📊 Kcal: ~610 per serving

🍽️ Servings: 2