Chicken Drumsticks Pierre

Elevate your weeknight dinner with the comforting, flavor-packed delight of Chicken Drumsticks Pierre! This hearty, one-pan recipe combines crispy golden-brown chicken drumsticks with a rich tomato-based sauce infused with aromatic herbs like thyme, oregano, and paprika. Sautéed onions and garlic add depth to the sauce, while a splash of chicken stock ensures a luscious, velvety consistency. Simmered to perfection, the drumsticks soak up all the savory goodness, making each bite juicy and tender. Garnished with fresh parsley, this dish is perfect for serving with crusty bread, fluffy rice, or creamy mashed potatoes to soak up every last drop of the deeply flavorful sauce. Ready in under an hour, this classic, comforting dish will become your go-to recipe for family dinners or casual entertaining.

Nutriscore Rating: 71/100

Prep Time:15 mins

Cook Time:40 mins

Total Time:55 mins

Servings: 4

Ingredients

• 6 pieces chicken drumsticks
• 2 tablespoons unsalted butter
• 1 tablespoon olive oil
• 1 medium yellow onion, finely chopped
• 3 cloves garlic cloves, minced
• 1 15-ounce can canned crushed tomatoes
• 1 cup low-sodium chicken stock
• 1 teaspoon dried thyme
• 1 teaspoon dried oregano
• 1 teaspoon paprika
• 1 leaf bay leaf
• 1 teaspoon salt
• 0.5 teaspoon black pepper
• 2 tablespoons fresh parsley, chopped (for garnish)

Directions

Step 1

Pat the chicken drumsticks dry with paper towels. Season them with a pinch of salt and black pepper on all sides.

Step 2

Heat the butter and olive oil in a large skillet or Dutch oven over medium-high heat.

Step 3

Add the chicken drumsticks to the skillet and sear them until golden brown on all sides, about 4-5 minutes per side. Remove the chicken from the skillet and set aside.

Step 4

In the same skillet, reduce the heat to medium and add the chopped onion. Sauté the onion until it becomes translucent, about 3-4 minutes.

Step 5

Stir in the minced garlic and cook for 1 more minute, until fragrant.

Step 6

Add the crushed tomatoes, chicken stock, dried thyme, dried oregano, paprika, bay leaf, salt, and black pepper to the skillet. Stir to combine.

Step 7

Return the seared chicken drumsticks to the skillet, nestling them into the sauce.

Step 8

Bring the sauce to a gentle simmer, then reduce the heat to low. Cover the skillet with a lid and cook for 30 minutes, turning the drumsticks halfway through to ensure even cooking.

Step 9

Remove the lid and let the sauce simmer uncovered for an additional 5 minutes to thicken slightly. Taste and adjust seasoning if needed.

Step 10

Discard the bay leaf before serving. Garnish the dish with freshly chopped parsley and serve hot with crusty bread, rice, or mashed potatoes.

Nutrition Facts

Serving size	(1438.7g)

Amount per serving	% Daily Value*
Calories	1556.6

Total Fat 95.2g	0%
Saturated Fat 31.9g	0%
Polyunsaturated Fat 1.3g
Cholesterol 620mg	0%
Sodium 3465.1mg	0%
Total Carbohydrate 42.7g	0%
Dietary Fiber 11.2g	0%
Total Sugars 22.6g
Protein 142.2g	0%

Vitamin D 0IU	0%
Calcium 262.8mg	0%
Iron 11.2mg	0%
Potassium 3104.2mg	0%

*The % Daily Value tells you how much a nutrient in a serving of food contributes to a daily diet. 2,000 calories a day is used for general nutrition advice.

Source of Calories

Fat: 53.7%

Protein: 35.6%

Carbs: 10.7%