Tortilla chips go well with more than just salsa, and if youre looking for crunchy drumsticks, why not start with a coating thats particularly crunchy in the first place?
Recipe information
Total Time
1 hr
Yield
Makes 4 (main course) servings
Ingredients
Preparation
Step 1
Preheat oven to 450°F with rack in middle. Oil a large 4-sided sheet pan.
Step 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.
Step 3
Whisk egg and remaining 2 teaspoon chili powder in a bowl.
Step 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.
Step 5
Bake, without turning, until cooked through, 40 to 45 minutes. Let stand, uncovered, 5 minutes.
Recipe notes
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