Description
Indulge in the rich, creamy texture of these paprika chicken drumsticks, perfectly balanced with a hint of smokiness and a touch of spice. Each bite offers a succulent experience, complemented by the fluffy, buttery steamed rice that soaks up the luscious sauce.
Ingredients
- Chicken Drumsticks: 8 pieces, skin-on, bone-in
- Paprika: 2 tablespoons, smoked for depth
- Garlic: 4 cloves, minced
- Onion: 1 medium, finely chopped
- Heavy Cream: 1 cup, for creaminess
- Chicken Broth: 1 cup, low-sodium
- Olive Oil: 2 tablespoons, for sautéing
- Salt: 1 teaspoon, to taste
- Pepper: 1/2 teaspoon, freshly ground
- Steamed Rice: 2 cups, cooked
Instructions
- Preheat your oven to 375°F (190°C).
- In a large oven-safe skillet, heat olive oil over medium heat. Add chopped onion and sauté until translucent, about 5 minutes.
- Add minced garlic and smoked paprika, stirring for 1 minute until fragrant.
- Season the chicken drumsticks with salt and pepper, then add them to the skillet, browning on all sides for about 8-10 minutes.
- Pour in the chicken broth and bring to a simmer, then stir in the heavy cream.
- Transfer the skillet to the preheated oven and bake for 30-35 minutes, or until the chicken is cooked through and reaches an internal temperature of 165°F (74°C).
- While the chicken is baking, prepare the steamed rice according to package instructions.
- Once done, let the chicken rest for 5 minutes before serving over a bed of steamed rice.
Notes
- This dish can be made ahead of time; simply reheat in the oven at 350°F (175°C) for 15-20 minutes.
- Store leftovers in an airtight container in the refrigerator for up to 3 days.
- For a lighter version, substitute heavy cream with coconut milk or Greek yogurt.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 40 minutes
- Category: Main Dish
- Method: Baking and Sautéing
- Cuisine: American
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 chicken drumstick with 1/2 cup of steamed rice
- Calories: 450
- Sugar: 2 grams
- Sodium: 600 milligrams
- Fat: 25 grams
- Saturated Fat: 10 grams
- Unsaturated Fat: 12 grams
- Trans Fat: 0 grams
- Carbohydrates: 30 grams
- Fiber: 1 gram
- Protein: 30 grams
- Cholesterol: 120 milligrams
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