Cayenne Chicken Drumsticks With Blue Cheese Dipping Sauce Recipe

Cooking Directions

• STEP 1.Preheat the oven to 425°F (220°C) and line a baking sheet with parchment paper.
• STEP 2.In a bowl, mix together cayenne pepper, paprika, garlic powder, salt, and olive oil.
• STEP 3.Coat the chicken drumsticks with the spice mixture and place them on the prepared baking sheet.
• STEP 4.Bake for 25-30 minutes, or until the drumsticks are cooked through and crispy.
• STEP 5.While the drumsticks are baking, prepare the blue cheese dipping sauce by combining blue cheese, sour cream, mayonnaise, lemon juice, and black pepper in a bowl.
• STEP 6.Serve the cayenne chicken drumsticks hot with the blue cheese dipping sauce on the side.

Cooking Tips

• Adjust the amount of cayenne pepper according to your spice preference.
• For extra crispy drumsticks, you can broil them for a couple of minutes after baking.
• Make sure to let the drumsticks rest for a few minutes before serving to allow the juices to redistribute.

Storage and Serving

• Leftover drumsticks can be stored in an airtight container in the refrigerator for up to 3 days.
• Reheat the drumsticks in the oven at 350°F (175°C) for about 10-15 minutes.
• Serve the drumsticks as an appetizer with celery sticks and carrot sticks, or as a main dish with a side of coleslaw and roasted potatoes.