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Chicken Drumsticks Recipe

Crispy Chicken Drumsticks Recipe | Perfect Iftar and Snack Idea

This crispy chicken drumsticks recipe is an easy and delicious snack perfect for Iftar or any occasion. The tender chicken, coated with a flavorful potato mixture and seasoned breadcrumbs, results in a golden, crispy exterior and juicy interior. It's a great choice for families, especially kids. You can even prepare them ahead of time, freeze, and fry when needed. This versatile dish is ideal for gatherings, quick dinners, or as a fun appetizer. Follow the detailed instructions below to make your own batch of crispy chicken drumsticks at home.
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Prep Time 25 minutes
Cook Time 15 minutes
Total Time 40 minutes
Course Appetizer, Ramadan Specials, Snack
Cuisine Bangladeshi, Indian, South Asian
Servings 4 servings
Calories 320 kcal

Equipment

  • Medium pot for boiling
  • Mixing bowl
  • Grater
  • Knife
  • Deep frying pan
  • Tongs
  • Tray for freezing
  • Whisk or fork

Ingredients
 

  • 6 Chicken Legs Drumsticks
  • 6 Potatoes Small and peeled
  • 1 tsp salt
  • 4 Black Pepper crushed
  • ½ tsp garlic paste
  • 1 tbsp ginger paste
  • 1.5 cups Water
  • 1 tbsp Lemon Juice
  • 1 Onion Small and finely chopped
  • 2 Green Chilies finely chopped
  • 1 tbsp Coriander Leaves chopped
  • ¼ tsp Garam Masala
  • 1 tsp Cumin Powder Roasted
  • 2 Eggs beaten
  • 1 cup Breadcrumbs
  • ½ cup All-Purpose Flour
  • Oil for deep frying
  • Instant Noodle Seasoning Optional for extra flavor

Instructions
 

Boil Chicken and Potatoes

  • Place the chicken legs in a pot with water, salt, black pepper, garlic paste, and ginger paste. Cook until chicken is tender, and water evaporates.
    6 Chicken Legs, 1 tsp salt, 4 Black Pepper, ½ tsp garlic paste, 1.5 cups Water, 1 tbsp ginger paste
  • In the same pot, add the peeled potatoes and boil until soft.
    6 Potatoes

Mash and Mix

  • Peel boiled potatoes and mash them.
  • Remove meat from the bones and mash it lightly with a fork or hand.
  • Combine mashed chicken, potatoes, lemon juice, onion, green chilies, coriander, garam masala, and roasted cumin powder in a bowl.
    1 tbsp Lemon Juice, 1 Onion, 2 Green Chilies, 1 tbsp Coriander Leaves, ¼ tsp Garam Masala, 1 tsp Cumin Powder
  • Add instant noodle seasoning for an extra flavor kick.
    Instant Noodle Seasoning

Shape Drumsticks

  • Take the chicken bones and shape the chicken-potato mixture around them, forming a drumstick shape.
  • Lightly dust the shaped drumsticks with flour to prevent breaking while frying.
    ½ cup All-Purpose Flour

Coat and Freeze (Optional)

  • Dip each drumstick in beaten egg and coat with breadcrumbs.
    2 Eggs, 1 cup Breadcrumbs
  • Place coated drumsticks on a tray, cover, and freeze for up to 2-3 hours until solid for later frying.

Fry

  • Heat oil in a deep frying pan until hot.
    Oil
  • Fry the drumsticks in hot oil until golden brown and crispy, making sure to turn them occasionally for even cooking.

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Notes

  • Freezing Option: You can freeze these drumsticks after coating for up to 3 months. Fry directly from frozen without thawing.
  • Custom Spices: Feel free to adjust the seasoning according to your taste.

Nutrition

Calories: 320kcal
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