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Tortilla Chicken Drumsticks

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Tortilla chips go well with more than just salsa, and if you’re looking for crunchy drumsticks, why not start with a coating that’s particularly crunchy in the first place?

Recipe information

  • Total Time

    1 hr

  • Yield

    Makes 4 (main course) servings

Ingredients

8 ounces lightly salted corn tortilla chips
4 teaspoons chili powder, divided
1 teaspoon ground cumin
1 large egg
2 1/2 pounds chicken drumsticks (about 10)
Accompaniment: lime wedges

Preparation

  1. Step 1

    Preheat oven to 450°F with rack in middle. Oil a large 4-sided sheet pan.

    Step 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.

    Step 3

    Whisk egg and remaining 2 teaspoon chili powder in a bowl.

    Step 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. Transfer to sheet pan.

    Step 5

    Bake, without turning, until cooked through, 40 to 45 minutes. Let stand, uncovered, 5 minutes.

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