10/19/2025
Herb Baked Chicken Drumsticks with Mashed Potatoes & Carrots π§π½οΈ
The ultimate comfort food plate β hearty, savory, and soul-warming! β€οΈ
Ingredients π
For the Chicken Drumsticks π:
6 chicken drumsticks
2 tbsp olive oil π«
1 tbsp minced garlic π§
1 tsp onion powder π§
1 tsp paprika πΆοΈ
1 tsp dried parsley πΏ
Β½ tsp thyme πΏ
Salt & black pepper π§
For the Mashed Potatoes π₯:
4 medium russet potatoes, peeled & cubed
Β½ cup warm milk π₯
3 tbsp butter π§
Β½ tsp garlic powder π§
Salt & pepper π§
For the Carrots π₯:
2 cups baby carrots
1 tbsp butter π§
1 tsp honey (optional for glaze) π―
Salt & pepper π§
Instructions π΄
1οΈβ£ Bake the Chicken Drumsticks ππ₯
Preheat oven to 400Β°F (200Β°C).
Toss drumsticks in olive oil, garlic, onion powder, paprika, thyme, parsley, salt, and pepper.
Bake for 35β40 minutes until skin is golden and crispy β¨.
Tip: Let chicken rest 5 minutes before serving for juicier bites.
2οΈβ£ Butter the Carrots π₯π§
Steam or boil carrots until fork-tender.
Toss with butter, season with salt & pepper, and drizzle honey π― if desired.
3οΈβ£ Make the Creamy Mash π₯π₯
Boil potatoes until soft.
Mash with warm milk, butter, garlic powder, salt, and pepper until fluffy.
Optional: top with a small butter swirl for extra comfort vibes.
4οΈβ£ Assemble the Plate π½οΈ
Add 2 drumsticks, a scoop of mashed potatoes, and a side of buttery carrots.
Garnish with a sprinkle of parsley πΏ.
Serve warm and enjoy ultimate cozy comfort food! π
β° Prep Time: 15 min | Cook Time: 40 min | Total Time: 55 min
π½οΈ Servings: 3β4
π₯ Calories: ~480 per serving | Protein: ~34g