Sheet Pan Creamy Mushroom Chicken Drumsticks

• 12 chicken drumsticks
• 8 oz mushrooms, sliced
• 1 cup heavy cream
• 1/2 cup chicken broth
• 3 cloves garlic, minced
• 2 tbsp olive oil
• 1 tsp dried thyme
• 1 tsp paprika
• 1/2 tsp black pepper
• 1/2 tsp salt
• 1/4 cup grated Parmesan cheese
• 2 tbsp all-purpose flour
• 2 tbsp butter
• Fresh parsley, chopped, for garnish

Steps

1. 1 Preheat oven to 400°F.
2. 2 In a large bowl, toss chicken drumsticks with olive oil, thyme, paprika, salt, and pepper.
3. 3 Arrange drumsticks on a sheet pan and bake for 20 minutes.
4. 4 In a small bowl, mix flour with Parmesan cheese.
5. 5 After 20 minutes, remove the pan from the oven and add sliced mushrooms around the chicken.
6. 6 Sprinkle the flour-Parmesan mixture over the mushrooms.
7. 7 In a small saucepan, melt butter and whisk in heavy cream and chicken broth, then stir in minced garlic.
8. 8 Pour the creamy mixture over the chicken and mushrooms.
9. 9 Return to the oven and bake for another 20 minutes or until chicken is cooked through.
10. 10 Garnish with fresh parsley before serving.

Nutrition

Tips

• For extra flavor, marinate the chicken drumsticks in the spice mixture for 30 minutes before baking.
• If you prefer a thicker sauce, mix 1 teaspoon of cornstarch with 2 tablespoons of water and stir into the creamy mixture before pouring over the chicken and mushrooms.

Storage

Store leftovers in an airtight container in the fridge for up to 3 days. Reheat in the oven at 350°F for 15 minutes to maintain texture.

Serving Suggestions

• Serve with a side of garlic mashed potatoes or a crisp green salad.
• Pairs well with a warm crusty baguette to soak up the creamy sauce.

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