Tortilla Chicken Drumsticks

Gluten Free
Dairy Free
Low Fod Map
Health score
16%
Tortilla Chicken Drumsticks
60 min.
4
595kcal

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If you're looking to spice up your dinner routine with a dish that's both delicious and easy to prepare, look no further than these Tortilla Chicken Drumsticks! This recipe is not only gluten-free, dairy-free, and low FODMAP, but it also packs a flavorful punch that will leave your taste buds dancing with joy. With a crispy, crunchy crust made from lightly salted corn tortilla chips and an array of spices, these drumsticks are the perfect fusion of textures and tastes.



Imagine juicy, tender chicken coated in a zesty blend of chili powder and cumin, baked to perfection to create a delightful contrast between the crispy exterior and succulent meat inside. This dish is ideal for any meal of the day, whether you're serving it up for a family lunch, an enticing main course for dinner, or even as a crowd-pleasing option for your next gathering. Each serving contains approximately 595 calories, making it a hearty choice that won’t weigh you down.



Pair these flavorful drumsticks with lime wedges to enhance their zest, or serve them alongside roasted potato wedges dipped in cilantro-lime mayonnaise for a complete meal that everyone will love. Your family and friends will be pleading for seconds, and you’ll be thrilled to share a recipe that’s as health-conscious as it is delicious. So, roll up your sleeves and get ready to indulge in a culinary adventure with Tortilla Chicken Drumsticks!

Ingredients

  • 2.5 pounds skin-on chicken drumsticks ( 10)
  • teaspoons chili powder divided
  • ounces tortilla chips salted
  • large eggs 
  • teaspoon ground cumin 
  • servings lime wedges 

Equipment

  • food processor
  • bowl
  • frying pan
  • oven
  • whisk

Directions

  1. Preheat oven to 450°F with rack in middle. Oil a large 4-sided sheet pan.
  2. Pulse chips, 2 teaspoons chili powder, cumin, and 1/4 teaspoon salt in a food processor until coarsely ground, then transfer to a shallow dish.
  3. Whisk egg and remaining 2 teaspoon chili powder in a bowl.
  4. Season chicken with 1/2 teaspoon salt. Dip drumsticks in egg, letting excess drip off, then coat with crumbs, pressing to help them adhere.
  5. Transfer to sheet pan.
  6. Bake, without turning, until cooked through, 40 to 45 minutes.
  7. Let stand, uncovered, 5 minutes.
  8. roasted potato wedges with cilantro-lime mayonnaise

Nutrition Facts

Calories595kcal
Protein26.41%
Fat46.73%
Carbs26.86%

Properties

Glycemic Index
9.25
Glycemic Load
0.03
Inflammation Score
-6
Nutrition Score
20.853043604156%

Flavonoids

Hesperetin
0.43mg
Naringenin
0.03mg

Nutrients percent of daily need

Calories:595.32kcal
29.77%
Fat:30.97g
47.65%
Saturated Fat:6.7g
41.85%
Carbohydrates:40.06g
13.35%
Net Carbohydrates:36.22g
13.17%
Sugar:0.66g
0.73%
Cholesterol:221.25mg
73.75%
Sodium:434.92mg
18.91%
Alcohol:0g
100%
Alcohol %:0%
100%
Protein:39.38g
78.75%
Selenium:43.62µg
62.31%
Vitamin B3:9.93mg
49.64%
Phosphorus:476.3mg
47.63%
Vitamin B6:0.8mg
39.89%
Zinc:4.7mg
31.34%
Vitamin B5:2.85mg
28.47%
Vitamin B2:0.43mg
25.57%
Magnesium:91.99mg
23%
Vitamin E:3.28mg
21.84%
Vitamin B12:1.16µg
19.27%
Vitamin K:18.78µg
17.89%
Potassium:592.97mg
16.94%
Iron:2.96mg
16.45%
Vitamin B1:0.25mg
16.44%
Fiber:3.84g
15.35%
Vitamin A:756.42IU
15.13%
Copper:0.2mg
10.24%
Calcium:97.68mg
9.77%
Folate:19.07µg
4.77%
Manganese:0.09mg
4.33%
Vitamin D:0.44µg
2.93%
Source:Epicurious