Crispy Baked Chicken Drumsticks with Tomato & Avocado Salad

Ingredients

• 2.5 lbs fresh chicken drumsticks
• 1 pint cherry grape tomatoes, halved
• 2 bagged mini avocados, sliced
• 2 tbsp olive oil
• 1 tsp paprika
• 1 tsp garlic powder
• Salt and pepper to taste
• 1 tbsp balsamic vinegar

Steps

1. Preheat oven to 425°F.
2. Pat drumsticks dry and toss with olive oil, paprika, garlic powder, salt, and pepper.
3. Spread on a sheet pan in a single layer.
4. Bake for 30–35 minutes until skin is crispy and internal temperature reaches 165°F.
5. While drumsticks bake, combine halved tomatoes and sliced avocados in a bowl.
6. Drizzle with balsamic vinegar, salt, and pepper.
7. Serve warm drumsticks with the fresh tomato-avocado salad on the side.