Parmesan Drumsticks

Parmesan Chicken Drumsticks

Diana Rattray

Serve these tasty baked chicken legs with a rice and vegetable pilaf or fries and sliced fresh tomatoes. These are easy to prepare and bake, perfect for an everyday family meal.

I used shredded Parmesan, but a good quality grated Parmesan would be delicious as well.

Ingredients:

• 6 to 8 chicken drumsticks, washed, skin removed
• 3 tablespoons butter
• 2 tablespoons lemon juice
• salt, pepper, and Creole seasoning or an herb seasoning blend
• 1/2 cup plain dry bread crumbs
• 1/4 cup fresh shredded Parmesan cheese

Preparation:

Heat oven to 375°. Grease a 9x13-inch baking dish or spray with cooking spray. Combine butter and lemon juice; brush chicken pieces all over. Sprinkle with the seasonings. Combine bread crumbs and Parmesan cheese in a shallow dish; coat chicken pieces well. Arrange chicken pieces in the baking dish and sprinkle with the remaining crumbs; drizzle with any remaining butter mixture.

Bake for 45 to 55 minutes, until browned and juices run clear when pricked with a fork.
Serves 4 to 6.

Tip: Put the breaded chicken on a rack and let it dry for about 5 minutes. This will help keep the breading from sticking to the pan or falling off the chicken legs.

By Diana Rattray

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