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Spiced Chicken Drumsticks with Crispy Fries & Fresh Garden Salad

Juicy roasted chicken drumsticks coated in aromatic spices, served with golden crispy fries and a fresh garden salad. A complete meal that comes together in under 45 minutes with minimal effort but maximum flavor.
Prep Time 15 minutes
Cook Time 30 minutes
Total Time 45 minutes
Servings: 4 servings
Calories: 450

Ingredients
  

For the Spiced Chicken
  • 3 chicken drumsticks
  • 2 tbsp olive oil
  • 2 garlic cloves minced
  • 1 tsp paprika
  • 1 tsp turmeric
  • 0.5 tsp garlic powder
  • 0.5 tsp mixed herbs
  • Salt and black pepper to taste
For the Crispy Fries
  • 3 large potatoes cut into fries
  • Salt and black pepper to taste
For the Fresh Garden Salad
  • 2 cups lettuce
  • 1 tomato cut into wedges
  • 0.5 red onion sliced
  • 1 tbsp olive oil for salad
  • 1 tsp lemon juice

Method
 

Instructions
  1. Combine 2 tbsp olive oil with 2 minced garlic cloves in a small bowl. Add 1 tsp paprika, 1 tsp turmeric, 0.5 tsp garlic powder, 0.5 tsp mixed herbs, salt, and black pepper. Stir until everything forms a paste.
  2. Pat 3 chicken drumsticks dry with paper towels. Generously coat each drumstick with the spice mixture on all sides. Place on a lined baking sheet and roast at 400°F for 25 to 30 minutes until golden brown and cooked through.
  3. Cut 3 large potatoes into fries of even thickness. Toss lightly with salt and pepper. Place on a separate baking sheet and bake at 400°F alongside the chicken until golden and crispy, about 25 to 30 minutes.
  4. Place 2 cups lettuce on a plate as the base. Arrange 1 tomato cut into wedges and 0.5 red onion sliced on top. Drizzle with 1 tbsp olive oil and 1 tsp lemon juice just before serving, then toss gently.
  5. Arrange the roasted drumsticks, crispy fries, and fresh salad on a plate, dividing the space so each component has room. Serve while the chicken and fries are still warm and the salad is crisp and cold.

Nutrition

Calories: 450kcalCarbohydrates: 48gProtein: 28gFat: 18gSodium: 480mgFiber: 6gSugar: 4g

Notes

Pat the drumsticks dry before applying the spice rub for better adhesion and crispier skin. Cut fries to even thickness so they cook uniformly. Keep the salad dressing separate until just before serving to prevent the lettuce from wilting. For extra crispiness, you can parboil the fries for 5 minutes before roasting.

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