Creamy Paprika Chicken Drumsticks: Easy Comfort with Steamed Rice
A delicious and comforting dish featuring chicken drumsticks coated in a creamy paprika sauce, served with steamed rice.
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 35 minutes
- Total Time: 45 minutes
- Yield: 4 servings
- Category: Main Course
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: American
- Diet: Gluten-Free
Ingredients
Scale
- 4 chicken drumsticks
- 2 tablespoons paprika
- 1 cup heavy cream
- 1 teaspoon garlic powder
- 1 teaspoon salt
- 1/2 teaspoon black pepper
- 2 cups cooked rice
Instructions
- Preheat oven to 375°F (190°C).
- Season chicken drumsticks with paprika, garlic powder, salt, and pepper.
- In a skillet, sear chicken on medium heat until browned.
- Transfer chicken to a baking dish, pour heavy cream over the drumsticks.
- Bake for 30-35 minutes until chicken is cooked through.
- Serve over steamed rice.
Notes
- For a smoky flavor, you can add smoked paprika.
- Pair with your choice of vegetables for a complete meal.
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 drumstick with rice
- Calories: 450
- Sugar: 1g
- Sodium: 800mg
- Fat: 30g
- Saturated Fat: 15g
- Unsaturated Fat: 10g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 20g
- Fiber: 1g
- Protein: 30g
- Cholesterol: 120mg