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Creamy Paprika Chicken Drumsticks

Creamy Paprika Chicken Drumsticks That Wow Every Dinner Table

Delicious Creamy Paprika Chicken Drumsticks that offer comforting flavors and quick preparation for any dinner table.
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Prep Time 10 minutes
Cook Time 30 minutes
Total Time 40 minutes
Servings: 4 drumsticks
Course: Dinner
Cuisine: American
Calories: 350
Ingredients Equipment Method Nutrition Notes

Ingredients
  

For the Chicken
  • 4 pieces Chicken Drumsticks Juicy and tender when roasted
For the Cream Sauce
  • 1 tablespoon Smoked Paprika Substitute with regular paprika if needed
  • 3 cloves Garlic Freshly minced
  • 2 tablespoons Dijon Mustard Yellow mustard can be used if Dijon isn't available
  • 1 cup Heavy Cream Can use half-and-half for a lighter version
  • 2 tablespoons Flour Use gluten-free flour or cornstarch for gluten-free option
  • 1/2 teaspoon Crushed Red Pepper Flakes Omit for milder flavor
  • to taste Salt & Pepper Essential for enhancing flavors
For the Steamed Rice
  • 2 cups Steamed Rice Can substitute with jasmine or basmati rice

Equipment

  • Oven
  • large skillet
  • mixing bowl
  • meat thermometer

Method
 

Step-by-Step Instructions
  1. Preheat oven to 400°F (200°C) and pat dry the chicken drumsticks. Season well with salt, pepper, and smoked paprika.
  2. Heat a large, oven-safe skillet over medium-high heat and add oil. Sear chicken for 5-7 minutes until golden brown, flipping halfway.
  3. Remove chicken and set aside. In the same skillet, sauté minced garlic for 1 minute, then sprinkle in flour and stir.
  4. Gradually pour in heavy cream and Dijon mustard, whisking until the sauce is smooth and creamy.
  5. Return chicken to the skillet, ensure it's coated in the sauce, reduce heat to medium, and simmer for about 25 minutes.
  6. Prepare steamed rice. Serve chicken over rice with remaining creamy paprika sauce on top.

Nutrition

Serving: 1drumstickCalories: 350kcalCarbohydrates: 30gProtein: 25gFat: 20gSaturated Fat: 10gPolyunsaturated Fat: 1gMonounsaturated Fat: 3gCholesterol: 85mgSodium: 600mgPotassium: 500mgFiber: 1gVitamin A: 500IUVitamin C: 2mgCalcium: 50mgIron: 2mg

Notes

Use a meat thermometer to ensure chicken reaches 165°F (74°C) for safety. Allow chicken to brown well for better flavor.

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