Dairy-Free Breaded Chicken Drumsticks

Crispy, flavorful, and completely dairy-free, these Dairy-Free Breaded Chicken Drumsticks are the perfect answer to your weeknight dinner cravings. Coated in a blend of seasoned flour and panko breadcrumbs, these drumsticks bake to golden perfection, offering that irresistible crunch without the need for deep frying. Using unsweetened almond milk and olive oil spray, this recipe delivers a lightened-up twist on a classic favorite while remaining rich in flavor thanks to paprika, garlic powder, and onion powder. Quick to prepare and baked in just 45 minutes, these drumsticks are ideal for family dinners or meal prep. Pair them with your favorite dipping sauce or enjoy them alongside a crisp salad for a wholesome, crowd-pleasing meal.

Nutriscore Rating: 69/100

Prep Time:15 mins

Cook Time:45 mins

Total Time:60 mins

Servings: 4

Ingredients

• 8 pieces chicken drumsticks
• 1 cup unsweetened almond milk
• 2 pieces large eggs
• 1 cup all-purpose flour
• 1 tablespoon cornstarch
• 2 cups panko breadcrumbs
• 1 tablespoon paprika
• 1 teaspoon garlic powder
• 1 teaspoon onion powder
• 1.5 teaspoons salt
• 0.5 teaspoon black pepper
• 1 for spraying olive oil spray

Directions

Step 1

Preheat your oven to 400°F (200°C) and line a baking sheet with parchment paper.

Step 2

In a shallow dish, mix the almond milk and eggs together until well combined.

Step 3

In a separate shallow dish, combine the flour, cornstarch, paprika, garlic powder, onion powder, salt, and black pepper.

Step 4

In another shallow bowl, add the panko breadcrumbs.

Step 5

Pat the chicken drumsticks dry with paper towels to remove any excess moisture.

Step 6

Dip each drumstick into the flour mixture to coat lightly, shaking off excess.

Step 7

Next, dip the floured drumstick into the almond milk mixture, allowing any excess liquid to drip off.

Step 8

Finally, coat the drumstick with the panko breadcrumbs, pressing gently to adhere well.

Step 9

Place the breaded chicken on the prepared baking sheet and repeat the process for all drumsticks.

Step 10

Lightly spray the drumsticks with olive oil spray to help them brown and crisp up in the oven.

Step 11

Bake in the preheated oven for 40 to 45 minutes, turning halfway through, until the chicken is golden brown and cooked through (internal temperature should reach 165°F or 74°C).

Step 12

Allow the chicken to rest for a few minutes after baking, then serve warm.

Nutrition Facts

Serving size	(1394.7g)

Amount per serving	% Daily Value*
Calories	2457.7

Total Fat 92.7g	0%
Saturated Fat 24.5g	0%
Polyunsaturated Fat 0.7g
Cholesterol 1116mg	0%
Sodium 5076.4mg	0%
Total Carbohydrate 189.3g	0%
Dietary Fiber 10.5g	0%
Total Sugars 8.2g
Protein 219.6g	0%

Vitamin D 167.8IU	0%
Calcium 653.2mg	0%
Iron 21.9mg	0%
Potassium 2356.6mg	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: 33.8%

Protein: 35.6%

Carbs: 30.7%