Lemon Herb Roasted Chicken Drumsticks with Garlic Mashed Potatoes
Sep 29
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Experience a flavorful blend of lemon herb roasted chicken drumsticks alongside creamy garlic mashed potatoes. Succulent drumsticks marinated in lemon, garlic, and fresh herbs, then oven-roasted to perfection, are served with smooth, buttery potatoes cooked with roasted garlic. This comforting, well-balanced meal is ideal for family dinners and hearty gatherings.
This recipe offers a delicious combination of succulent, lemon herb roasted chicken drumsticks paired perfectly with creamy garlic mashed potatoes. The chicken drumsticks are marinated in a blend of lemon juice, olive oil, garlic, thyme, rosemary, and paprika, then roasted until golden and crispy on the outside while remaining juicy inside. Paired with fluffy mashed potatoes that carry a rich, garlicky flavor, this dish is a perfect comfort meal. The key is letting the chicken properly marinate, which allows all the citrus and herb flavors to deeply infuse, making each bite aromatic and satisfying. The mashed potatoes, enriched with butter and cream, provide a smooth contrast to the savory roasted chicken. Serve this hearty meal as a family dinner or for guests — it’s simple enough for a weeknight but special enough for an occasion. Clean-up is minimal, and the aroma will fill your home with an irresistible invitation to the dinner table.
Ingredients
- Chicken drumsticks — 8 pieces
- Lemon juice — 3 tablespoons
- Olive oil — 2 tablespoons
- Garlic cloves, minced — 4 cloves
- Fresh thyme — 2 teaspoons, chopped
- Fresh rosemary — 2 teaspoons, chopped
- Paprika — 1 teaspoon
- Salt — to taste
- Black pepper — to taste
- Yukon gold potatoes — 1.5 lbs (about 700g), peeled and quartered
- Butter — 1/4 cup (60g)
- Heavy cream — 1/3 cup (80ml)
- Garlic bulb — 1 whole, for roasting
- Fresh parsley — 1 tablespoon, chopped (for garnish)
Directions
1. Preheat the oven to 400°F (200°C). Line a baking sheet with parchment or foil.
2. In a bowl, mix lemon juice, olive oil, minced garlic, thyme, rosemary, paprika, salt, and pepper.
3. Add chicken drumsticks to the bowl and coat them well with the marinade. Let marinate for at least 30 minutes.
4. Arrange drumsticks on the baking sheet. Roast for 35-40 minutes, turning halfway, until the skin is golden and crispy.
5. Slice the top off a garlic bulb, drizzle with a bit of olive oil, wrap in foil and roast alongside chicken for 30 minutes.
6. Meanwhile, place potatoes in a pot, cover with salted water, bring to boil, and simmer until tender (about 15 minutes).
7. Drain the potatoes, return to pot. Squeeze out roasted garlic cloves and add to the potatoes.
8. Add butter and cream to the pot. Mash until creamy and smooth. Season with salt and pepper.
9. Serve the roasted drumsticks over a bed of garlic mashed potatoes, garnished with fresh parsley.