Tortilla Chicken Drumsticks
Crispy chicken drumsticks coated in crushed tortilla chips and Mexican-inspired spices, creating a delicious fusion of textures and flavors. Perfect for a family dinner or casual entertaining.
Ingredients
- •8 ounces lightly salted corn tortilla chips
- •4 teaspoons chili powder
- •1 teaspoon ground cumin
- •1 large egg
- •2½ pounds chicken drumsticks
- •1 serving lime wedges
Cooking Instructions
- 1.
Preheat oven to 450°F with rack in middle. Oil a large 4-sided sheet pan.
5 min
- 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.
5 min
- 3.
Whisk egg and remaining 2 teaspoon chili powder in a bowl.
2 min
- 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.
10 min
- 5.
Bake, without turning, until cooked through, 40 to 45 minutes. Let stand, uncovered, 5 minutes.
45 min
