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🍗 Crispy Chicken Drumsticks with Buttery Mashed Potatoes – The Coziest Meal Ever!🥔

Golden and crispy chicken with creamy mashed potatoes!

Hearty Meat Dishes 🍗

🍗 Golden, crispy, and oh-so satisfying! 🥔🧈

Crispy, golden-brown chicken drumsticks + creamy mashed potatoes = dinner happiness!

This is one of those meals that always hits the spot. Simple ingredients, no fancy steps, just flavor-packed chicken and smooth, buttery mashed potatoes.

Perfect for a weeknight dinner, a cozy Sunday meal, or whenever you’re craving something comforting. Let’s get to it!

Crispy chicken drumsticks served with creamy mashed potatoes, topped with parsley and jalapeño slices on a white plate.

🏆 Why You’ll Love This Recipe

Crispy, juicy chicken – That perfect golden crust!

Buttery mashed potatoes – Fluffy, creamy, and melt-in-your-mouth good.

Super easy – No complicated steps, just good food.

Family-approved – Even picky eaters love this one!

Perfect for meal prep – Tastes just as amazing the next day.

🍽️ Ingredients

For the Chicken Drumsticks:

  • 8 chicken drumsticks
  • 1 tsp salt
  • 2 tsp garlic (powder or minced)
  • 1 tsp black pepper
  • 1 tsp paprika
  • 1 tsp dried marjoram
  • ½ tsp dried thyme
  • 4 tbsp olive oil
  • Juice of ½ lemon

For the Mashed Potatoes:

  • 1.5 kg potatoes (peeled and diced)
  • Water (just enough to cover the potatoes)
  • 1 tsp salt (for boiling)
  • 2 tbsp salted butter
  • 120 ml milk (warm)
  • Salt & pepper to taste

Glass bowl with mixed spices and seasonings prepared for chicken marinade, arranged neatly on a wooden cutting board.

🔥 Step-by-Step Instructions

1️⃣ Season the Chicken

  • Mix garlic, salt, pepper, paprika, marjoram, thyme, olive oil, and lemon juice in a small bowl.
  • Rub the mixture all over the drumsticks, making sure to get some under the skin too.
  • Let them marinate for at least 30 minutes (or overnight if you have time!).

2️⃣ Bake to Crispy Perfection

  • Preheat oven to 180°C (350°F).
  • Arrange the drumsticks in a baking dish, cover with foil, and bake for 40 minutes.
  • Remove the foil and bake uncovered for another 20 minutes, until golden and crispy.

3️⃣ Boil the Potatoes

  • Add the peeled, diced potatoes to a pot and cover with water.
  • Stir in 1 tsp salt, bring to a boil, and cook for about 20 minutes, until soft.
  • Drain the water and let the potatoes sit for a minute—this helps make them extra fluffy!

4️⃣ Mash to Creamy Goodness

  • While the potatoes are still warm, add butter and warm milk.
  • Mash everything together until smooth and creamy.
  • Season with salt and pepper to taste, and mix until fluffy.

5️⃣ Serve & Enjoy!

  • Spoon the mashed potatoes onto a plate, add a few crispy drumsticks, and drizzle with the pan juices for extra flavor.
  • Garnish with fresh parsley if you want to get fancy!

🍽️ Best Sides for This Meal

Want to make this meal even better? Try serving it with:

Roasted Vegetables – Carrots, Brussels sprouts, or green beans. 🥦🥕

A Crisp Green Salad – Fresh greens to balance the richness. 🥗

Garlic Bread – Because carbs on carbs is always a good idea. 🥖

Homemade Gravy – If you love extra saucy mashed potatoes! 🍛

🔎 Pro Tips & Variations

🔹 Want extra crispy chicken? Bake at 200°C (400°F) for the last 10 minutes.

🔹 For extra creamy mashed potatoes, swap milk for heavy cream.

🔹 No oven? Cook the drumsticks in a skillet over medium heat, turning every few minutes until golden.

🔹 Love a little spice? Add a pinch of cayenne pepper to the seasoning mix.

❓ Poll: What’s Your Favorite Comfort Food?

🍗 Crispy baked chicken – Classic and delicious!

🥔 Creamy mashed potatoes – The ultimate side dish!

🥖 Garlic bread on the side – Because carbs make everything better.

🥘 Something with gravy – Extra sauce, please!

(Vote in the comments below!)

🔥 Final Thoughts

This Crispy Chicken Drumsticks with Buttery Mashed Potatoes is simple, cozy, and full of flavor. Whether you’re making it for a quick dinner or a weekend feast, it’s guaranteed to be a family favorite!

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