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How Long to Cook Chicken Drumsticks (Bone-In) in the cast iron
Specification: Bone-in chicken drumsticks, patted bone dry, seared on all sides then covered or finished over medium
Target Temp
375°F (191°C)
Stovetop Sear
Total Time
20–25 mins
Total Cook Window
Flip Mark
6m
Turnover Point
Internal Safe Temp
175°F–185°F (79°C–85°C) at bone
USDA Safe Pull
COOK MODE
Live timer · flip prompt · target temp · rest stage
3-Step Execution Protocol
1
Preheat & Prep
Heat cast iron skillet over 375°F (191°C) until lightly smoking. Prepare chicken drumsticks (bone-in) (Bone-in chicken drumsticks, patted bone dry, seared on all sides then covered or finished over medium).
2
Cook & Flip
Cook for 20–25 mins. Flip at the 6-minute mark for even browning.
3
Check & Rest
Skin crackled and deeply browned all around, meat pulls back exposing lower bone joint, 175°F+. Confirm internal temperature reaches 175°F–185°F (79°C–85°C) at bone. Rest for 5 minutes before serving.
Verification Basis & Testing Rig
USDA FSIS 165°F poultry standard; Lodge Cast Iron Skillet Poultry Manual.
Pro Tip: Rotate drumsticks every 5–6 minutes so all four curved surfaces make direct contact with the cast-iron surface.
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