Description

Craving a hearty, no-fuss meal that’s packed with summer flavors? These Roasted Drumsticks with Tomatoes are your perfect choice! Featuring juicy chicken drumsticks seasoned with smoky paprika, roasted alongside sweet cherry tomatoes, red onion, and garlic, this one-pan dish is both delicious and effortless

Ingredients

Here’s what you need to make Roasted Drumsticks with Tomatoes. Each ingredient adds to the juicy, savory, and vibrant magic.

Olive Oil (3 Tbsp, divided): Enhances roasting and adds richness.
Red Onion (1, cut into 8 wedges): Provides sweet, caramelized depth.
Cherry Tomatoes (3 cups, halved): Add juicy, sweet-tart flavor.
Garlic Cloves (3, smashed): Infuse savory, aromatic notes.
Chicken Drumsticks (6): Offer juicy, flavorful protein.
Salt and Black Pepper (to taste): Season the dish to perfection.
Smoked Paprika (1 tsp): Adds smoky, earthy depth.

Substitutions and Variations

Chicken Drumsticks: Swap with thighs, wings, or bone-in chicken breasts (adjust cooking time to 40–45 minutes for breasts).
Cherry Tomatoes: Use grape tomatoes, diced Roma tomatoes, or halved Campari tomatoes.
Red Onion: Substitute with yellow onion or shallots for similar sweetness.
Garlic: Replace with ½ tsp garlic powder if fresh isn’t available.
Smoked Paprika: Swap with regular paprika, chili powder, or a pinch of cayenne for a spicier kick.
Keto Adjustment: Reduce cherry tomatoes to 1½ cups and use full-fat ingredients (~4–5g net carbs per serving).
Spicy Version: Add ½ tsp red pepper flakes or a sliced jalapeño with the vegetables.
Herb-Infused: Include 2 sprigs fresh thyme or rosemary with the vegetables for extra aroma.
Vegetable Add-Ins: Add 1 cup sliced zucchini, mushrooms, or bell peppers for more veggies.

Cook Mode Prevent your screen from going dark

Instructions

Step 1: Preheat and Prep

Preheat the oven to 400°F.
Grease a 9-by-13-inch casserole dish with 1 Tbsp olive oil.

Tip: Use a pastry brush or paper towel to evenly coat the dish for easy cleanup.

Step 2: Arrange the Vegetables

Arrange 1 red onion (cut into 8 wedges), 3 cups halved cherry tomatoes, and 3 smashed garlic cloves in an even layer in the prepared casserole dish.
Drizzle the vegetables with 1 Tbsp olive oil.

Tip: Spread vegetables evenly to ensure consistent roasting; smash garlic lightly to release flavor.

Step 3: Season and Arrange Chicken

Season 6 chicken drumsticks with salt, freshly ground black pepper, and 1 tsp smoked paprika.
Arrange the drumsticks in a single layer on top of the vegetables.
Drizzle the chicken with the remaining 1 Tbsp olive oil.

Tip: Pat drumsticks dry before seasoning for better browning; ensure drumsticks don’t overlap for even cooking.

Step 4: Roast and Serve

Roast for 35–40 minutes, until the tomatoes are tender and jammy and the chicken is fully cooked (internal temperature 165°F).
Serve warm, spooning the roasted vegetables and juices over the chicken.

Tip: Check chicken doneness with a meat thermometer; let rest for 5 minutes before serving for juicier meat.