Keto Baked Ranch Chicken Drumsticks (Printable Version)

Juicy chicken drumsticks coated in ranch seasoning, baked with crisp roasted green beans for a simple flavorful meal.

# What You'll Need:

→ Chicken

01 - 8 chicken drumsticks, approximately 2 lbs
02 - 2 tablespoons olive oil

→ Ranch Seasoning

03 - 1½ teaspoons dried dill
04 - 1½ teaspoons dried parsley
05 - 1 teaspoon dried chives
06 - 1 teaspoon garlic powder
07 - 1 teaspoon onion powder
08 - ½ teaspoon smoked paprika
09 - 1 teaspoon sea salt
10 - ½ teaspoon black pepper

→ Green Beans

11 - 1 pound fresh green beans, trimmed
12 - 1½ tablespoons olive oil
13 - ½ teaspoon sea salt
14 - ¼ teaspoon black pepper

# How-To Steps:

01 - Preheat oven to 425°F. Line a large baking sheet with parchment paper or foil for easy cleanup.
02 - In a small bowl, combine dried dill, dried parsley, dried chives, garlic powder, onion powder, smoked paprika, sea salt, and black pepper.
03 - Pat chicken drumsticks dry with paper towels. Transfer to a large bowl, drizzle with 2 tablespoons olive oil, and sprinkle with prepared ranch seasoning. Toss until evenly coated.
04 - Place seasoned drumsticks on one half of the prepared baking sheet, spacing them apart to ensure even cooking.
05 - In another bowl, toss green beans with 1½ tablespoons olive oil, ½ teaspoon salt, and ¼ teaspoon black pepper. Spread on the other half of the baking sheet in a single layer.
06 - Bake for 35 to 40 minutes, flipping drumsticks and stirring green beans halfway through cooking, until chicken reaches 165°F internal temperature and green beans are lightly browned and tender.
07 - Transfer to serving platter while hot. Garnish with fresh herbs if desired.

# Tips for Success:

01 -
  • Everything cooks on one sheet, which means minimal cleanup and maximum flavor without the fuss.
  • The homemade ranch seasoning tastes infinitely fresher than store packets, and you control exactly what goes in.
  • Chicken drumsticks stay juicy inside while getting beautifully golden outside, and they're naturally keto-friendly without any awkward substitutions.
02 -
  • Pat your chicken completely dry or the seasoning will slide right off during cooking; this is non-negotiable for a proper coating.
  • Don't crowd the drumsticks together or they'll steam instead of roast, resulting in pale skin instead of that beautiful golden exterior.
03 -
  • For extra crispy chicken, broil for 2-3 minutes at the very end, but stay close to the oven or you'll have burnt skin and dry meat.
  • Make a double batch of the ranch seasoning and store it in a small jar; you'll find yourself reaching for it constantly on roasted vegetables, scrambled eggs, and even popcorn.
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