Ingredients

  • 4 slices bread crust removed
  • 1 onion small, finely chopped
  • 2 tablespoons butter melted
  • 1/2 teaspoon dried mixed herbs
  • 8 chicken drumsticks frenched
  • 1/4 cup vegetable oil
  • 1 2/3 pounds potatoes peeled and cubed
  • 1 tablespoon rosemary
  • 1 clove garlic crushed
  • 1 teaspoon sea salt
  • gravy to serve
  • peas Steamed, to serve

Method

  • Preheat oven to 350°F.
  • In a food processor, process bread until crumbs form. Add onion, butter and herbs. Pulse to combine and season to taste.
  • Use fingers to separate skin from flesh at large end of chicken drumsticks. Push breadcrumb mixture under skin. Place chicken in roasting pan, drizzle with half of the oil and season to taste. Bake for 10 minutes.
  • Meanwhile, combine potatoes, remaining oil, rosemary, garlic and sea salt. When chicken has baked for 10 minutes, remove pan from oven and add the potatoes. Return to the oven to bake another 35-40 minutes, until chicken is cooked through and potatoes are golden and crisp. Serve with gravy and peas.