Preheat oven to 400F.
Line a large baking sheet with aluminum foil and place a cooling rack on top. Set aside.
Preheat 1/3 cup vegetable oil in a large, heavy skillet (cast iron is the best) over medium-high heat.
Place the chicken drumsticks in a large bowl. Add two tablespoons of oil and all of the spices and seasonings. Rub the spices into the drumsticks to ensure even coverage.
As soon as the oil barely starts smoking (325F) place the drumsticks on the pan and sear for about 1 1/2 - minutes, until the skin is deep golden brown. Flip the drums and continue searing for another 1 1/2 minutes.
Now transfer the drumsticks to the baking sheet, placing them on the cooling rack. Bake on the top rack for 25 minutes, or until the internal temperature hits 185F-190F.
Serve immediately.