Sheet Pan Crispy Ranch Chicken Drumsticks
Make crispy ranch chicken drumsticks easily on one sheet pan. This recipe uses baking powder to help achieve maximum skin crispiness while baking.
- Prep Time: 10 min
- Cook Time: 45 min
- Total Time: 55 min
- Yield: 4 servings
- Category: Dinner
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: American
- Diet: Low Fat
Ingredients
Scale
- 1.5 lbs chicken drumsticks, skin on
- 1 packet (1 oz) dry ranch seasoning mix
- 1 teaspoon baking powder (aluminum-free preferred)
- 1 tablespoon olive oil
- 1/2 teaspoon black pepper
Instructions
- Preheat your oven to 425 degrees Fahrenheit. Line a large rimmed baking sheet with parchment paper or aluminum foil for easier cleanup.
- Pat the chicken drumsticks very dry using paper towels. This step is crucial for crispy skin.
- In a medium bowl, combine the dry ranch seasoning mix, baking powder, black pepper, and olive oil. Mix well until a thick paste forms.
- Add the dried drumsticks to the bowl. Use your hands to coat each drumstick evenly with the ranch mixture.
- Arrange the coated drumsticks on the prepared sheet pan in a single layer, ensuring there is space between each piece for air circulation.
- Bake for 35 to 45 minutes, flipping the drumsticks halfway through the cooking time.
- The chicken is done when the internal temperature reaches 165 degrees Fahrenheit and the skin is deeply golden brown and crisp.
- Remove from the oven and let the chicken rest on the pan for 5 minutes before serving.
Notes
- For extra crispiness, place a wire rack on top of your foil-lined sheet pan and place the drumsticks on the rack. This allows heat to circulate underneath.
- If you prefer a lower sodium option, you can make your own ranch seasoning blend using dried herbs and spices instead of a packet.
- You can add sturdy vegetables like broccoli florets or chopped potatoes to the pan during the last 25 minutes of cooking for a complete meal.
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 2 drumsticks
- Calories: 310
- Sugar: 1
- Sodium: 550
- Fat: 18
- Saturated Fat: 5
- Unsaturated Fat: 13
- Trans Fat: 0
- Carbohydrates: 3
- Fiber: 0
- Protein: 33
- Cholesterol: 110