The Best Way to cook chicken drumsticks on the stove
Hey there! Want to learn how to make tasty chicken drumsticks on your stovetop? Here's a super easy way to do it! 🍗
What You'll Need:
- 4-6 chicken drumsticks
- Salt and pepper
- 2 tablespoons cooking oil
- A large skillet with a lid
Steps:
- Season your drumsticks with salt and pepper on all sides.
- Heat oil in your skillet over medium-high heat.
- Put the drumsticks in the pan and cook for about 5 minutes until golden brown.
- Flip them over and cook another 5 minutes.
- Lower the heat to medium-low, put the lid on, and cook for 20-25 minutes.
- Check that they're done by cutting into the thickest part - the meat should be white, not pink!
Pro Tip:
If you have a meat thermometer, the internal temperature should reach 165°F (74°C).
Sources:
FDA Food Safety Guidelines
The Spruce Eats - Pan-Fried Chicken Drumsticks