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Roasted Chicken Drumsticks with Creamy Mushroom Veggie
A comforting, flavor-packed meal with perfectly seasoned roasted drumsticks and rich creamy mushrooms & veggies.
Recipe Description
This dish brings together juicy, golden roasted chicken drumsticks and a luxurious creamy mushroom vegetable mix. The chicken roasts to perfection with a crispy skin and aromatic spices, while the mushrooms and veggies cook into a silky, savory sauce made with garlic, cream, and herbs. Perfect for weeknights or a cozy dinner served with rice, mashed potatoes, or pasta
Time Required
Prep Time: 15 minutes
Cooking Time: 40–45 minutes
Total Time: 55–60 minutes
Serves: 3–4
Ingredients
For Roasted Chicken Drumsticks
6–8 chicken drumsticks
2 tbsp olive oil
1 tsp paprika
1 tsp garlic powder
1 tsp onion powde
1 tsp black pepper
1 tsp sal
1 tsp dried oregano (or thyme
½ tsp red chili flakes (optional)
1 tbsp lemon juice
For Creamy Mushroom Veggies
1 tbsp
1 tbsp olive oil
1 medium onion (sliced)
2 cups mushrooms (sliced – button or cremini)
1 cup bell peppers (mixed colors, sliced)
1 small zucchini (sliced, optional)
3–4 garlic cloves (minced)
1 cup heavy cream (or milk + 1 tbsp flour)
½ tsp black pepper
½ tsp salt (adjust to taste)
½ tsp Italian seasoning or oregano
¼ cup grated parmesan (optional but recommended)
Fresh parsley for garnish
Instructions
Step 1: Season the Chicken
1. Pat drumsticks dry
2. In a bowl, mix olive oil, paprika, garlic powder, onion powder, oregano, salt, pepper, and lemon juice
3. Coat the drumsticks thoroughly
Tip: Let marinate 15–20 minutes for deeper flavor
Step 2: Roast the Chicken
1. Preheat oven to 200°C (400°F).
2. Place drumsticks on a baking tray lined with foil or parchment paper.
3. Roast 35–40 minutes, flipping once halfway, until golden and cooked through.
Air fryer option
Cook at 190°C for 20–25 minutes, turning halfwa
Step 3: Make the Creamy Mushroom Veggies
1. Heat butter + olive oil in a pan
2. Add onions and sauté until soft
3. Add mushrooms; cook until browned and they release water
4. Add bell peppers, zucchini, and garlic; cook 2–3 minutes
5. Pour in heavy cream
6. Add salt, pepper, Italian seasoning, and parmesan
7. Simmer 3–4 minutes until thick and creamy
Step 4: Serve
Place roasted drumsticks on a platter and spoon the creamy mushroom veggies around or on the side. Garnish with fresh parsley
Best Serving Ideas
Mashed potatoes
Garlic rice
Buttered pasta
Toasted brea
Steamed vegetables
Questions & Answers
Q1: Can I use chicken thighs instead of drumsticks
Yes! Chicken thighs roast beautifully with the same seasoning and time
Q2: What if I don’t have heavy cream
Use 1 cup milk + 1 tbsp flour to thicken. Still creamy and delicious
Q3: Can I make this dish spicy
Add ½–1 tsp red chili flakes or a splash of hot sauce to the creamy veggies
Q4: How do I keep the chicken juicy
Do not overbake; remove when internal temp is 74°C (165°F) or when juices run clear
Q5: Can I add spinach
Absolutely! Stir in 1 cup fresh spinach at the end of cooking the creamy sauce