Drumsticks and french fries is a simple family dinner built around crispy baked chicken drumsticks and golden fries. The drumsticks roast until the skin is crisp while the fries cook until deeply golden and crunchy.
It’s a straightforward meal that delivers familiar flavors without a lot of prep work.
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1. Pat drumsticks dry with paper towel. Place in a large bowl, drizzle with olive oil, and toss to coat evenly.
2. Season generously on all sides with your preferred seasoning blend, plus salt and pepper if needed.
3. Preheat oven to 425°F. Line a baking sheet with parchment paper and arrange drumsticks with space between each piece.
4. Bake for 35–45 minutes, turning halfway through, until the skin is deeply golden and crisp.
5. Continue cooking until drumsticks reach an internal temperature of 165°F at the thickest part near the bone. For extra crisp skin, bake closer to 45 minutes.
6. While the drumsticks bake, heat olive oil in a deep skillet or heavy pot to 350°F. Use enough oil for fries to float and cook evenly.
7. Carefully add french fries in small batches. Fry 4–6 minutes, until dark golden and extra crisp. For your preferred overcooked texture, allow them to go slightly deeper golden with firm edges.
8. Remove fries with a slotted spoon and transfer to a paper towel–lined tray. Season immediately with salt and pepper while hot.
9. Let drumsticks rest 5 minutes before serving so juices settle. Serve hot with the crispy olive oil–fried fries.
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