Yes, it's from the herb: Oregano oil is, as the name implies, oil from the oregano herb that is extracted by steam distillation. Or at least from an oregano herb â there are more than 40 varieties of the plant. According to Alive, the oil from Oreganum vulgare is believed to hold the most therapeutic benefit.
Fill the pot about halfway with oil and heat to 350 to 375 degrees. When you add the chicken, the temperature will drop. Keep it at 300 to 325 degrees while the chicken fries.
Set frying pan on stove top on medium heat. Add olive oil to the pan. Preheat oven to 350 degrees fahrenheit. Evenly coat the chicken with salt, pepper and poultry seasoning. When oil is hot, add drumsticks to the pan. Cook about a minute on each side, or until browned. Browning the chicken adds flavor and gives it a delicious, golden appearance. Put chicken in the dutch oven and cover. Bake for 50 to 60 minutes or until chicken juices run clear.