Grilled Chicken Drumsticks Recipe
This grilled chicken drumstick recipe uses skin-on drumsticks for a crispy, charred bite and is seasoned with spices that doesn't overpower the chicken but adds to the flavor.
Servings: 4 servings
Ingredients
- 3 tablespoons olive oil
- 1 lemon juiced, plus more for serving
- 3 garlic cloves minced
- 1 teaspoon paprika
- 1 teaspoon onion powder
- 1 teaspoon oregano
- ½ teaspoon salt
- ½ teaspoon black pepper
- 8 chicken drumsticks skin on
Instructions
- In a large bowl, whisk together the oil, lemon juice, garlic, paprika, onion powder, oregano, salt, and pepper.
- Pat the drumsticks dry with paper towels, then add them to the bowl and toss to coat evenly. Cover and refrigerate for at least 1 hour (up to 4 hours).
- Heat a gas grill to medium-high (about 400°F). Brush the grates lightly with oil to prevent sticking.
- Remove the chicken from the marinade (letting any excess drip off) and place them directly on the grill.
- Grill for 25-30 minutes, turning every 5–7 minutes. Use a meat thermometer to check that the internal temperature reaches at least 165°F. Transfer the drumsticks to a plate and let them rest for 5 minutes. Squeeze fresh lemon juice over the top before serving.
Notes
Storage: Kept in an airtight container in the fridge, the chicken will keep for 3 days. To reheat, I'd use the microwave! A couple of minutes should be enough to warm the drumsticks up.
Nutrition
Serving: 2drumsticks | Calories: 350kcal | Carbohydrates: 5g | Protein: 27g | Fat: 25g | Saturated Fat: 5g | Polyunsaturated Fat: 4g | Monounsaturated Fat: 13g | Trans Fat: 0.1g | Cholesterol: 139mg | Sodium: 450mg | Potassium: 410mg | Fiber: 1g | Sugar: 1g | Vitamin A: 332IU | Vitamin C: 15mg | Calcium: 39mg | Iron: 2mg
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