
Roasted Chicken Drumsticks with Potatoes & Fresh Salad
Ingredients
For the chicken drumsticks
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3–4 chicken drumsticks
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1 tbsp olive oil
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1 tsp paprika
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1 tsp garlic powder
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1 tsp onion powder
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½ tsp dried thyme or oregano
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½ tsp black pepper
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½ tsp salt
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Optional: 1 tbsp lemon juice or honey for flavor
For the roasted potatoes
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2–3 medium potatoes, cut into wedges
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1 tbsp olive oil
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½ tsp paprika
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½ tsp garlic powder
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½ tsp dried parsley
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Salt & pepper to taste
For the fresh salad
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1 cup chopped lettuce
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½ cup cucumber slices
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½ cup cherry tomatoes, halved
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¼ cup red cabbage, shredded
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2 tbsp feta cheese, crumbled
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Optional: chopped parsley
Simple salad dressing
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1 tbsp olive oil
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1 tbsp lemon juice
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½ tsp honey
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Salt & pepper to taste
Garnish
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Lemon slice
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Fresh herbs
Instructions

1. Prepare the chicken
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Preheat oven to 200°C (400°F).
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Pat the drumsticks dry.
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In a bowl, mix olive oil, paprika, garlic powder, onion powder, thyme, salt, and pepper.
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Coat the drumsticks evenly in the seasoning.
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Place on a baking tray and roast for 35–40 minutes, flipping halfway, until golden and cooked through.
2. Prepare the roasted potatoes
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Toss potato wedges with olive oil, paprika, garlic powder, parsley, salt, and pepper.
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Spread on a tray in a single layer.
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Roast for 25–30 minutes or until crispy and golden.
3. Make the salad
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Combine lettuce, cucumber, tomatoes, and red cabbage in a bowl.
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Whisk together olive oil, lemon juice, honey, salt, and pepper for the dressing.
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Drizzle over the salad and toss lightly.
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Add crumbled feta on top.
4. Assemble the plate
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Arrange roasted drumsticks, potato wedges, and salad on a plate.
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Add a slice of lemon for freshness.
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Garnish with parsley or herbs.
5. Serve
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Enjoy hot chicken + potatoes with refreshing salad on the side.