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Healthy Recipes using Grilled Chicken Drumstick

Mediterranean Herb Grilled Chicken Drumsticks

These grilled chicken drumsticks are marinated in a zesty Mediterranean herb blend, offering a burst of flavor while remaining healthy and low in calories.

Ingredients
  • 8 chicken drumsticks
  • 1/4 cup olive oil
  • 2 tablespoons lemon juice
  • 2 teaspoons dried oregano
  • 2 teaspoons garlic powder
  • Salt and pepper to taste
Instructions
  1. In a bowl, whisk together olive oil, lemon juice, oregano, garlic powder, salt, and pepper.
  2. Add chicken drumsticks to the marinade, ensuring they are well coated, and let sit for at least 30 minutes.
  3. Preheat the grill to medium-high heat, then grill the drumsticks for 25-30 minutes, turning occasionally, until cooked through.

Spicy Honey-Lime Grilled Chicken Drumsticks

These drumsticks are infused with a sweet and spicy honey-lime glaze, perfect for a healthy summer barbecue.

Ingredients
  • 8 chicken drumsticks
  • 1/4 cup honey
  • 2 tablespoons lime juice
  • 1 teaspoon chili powder
  • 1 teaspoon smoked paprika
  • Salt to taste
Instructions
  1. In a small bowl, mix honey, lime juice, chili powder, smoked paprika, and salt.
  2. Coat the chicken drumsticks with the honey-lime mixture and let marinate for at least 1 hour.
  3. Grill the drumsticks over medium heat for 30-35 minutes, basting with extra glaze, until they reach an internal temperature of 165°F.

Garlic and Rosemary Grilled Chicken Drumsticks

A simple yet flavorful dish featuring grilled chicken drumsticks marinated in garlic and fresh rosemary for a healthy dinner option.

Ingredients
  • 8 chicken drumsticks
  • 4 cloves garlic, minced
  • 2 tablespoons fresh rosemary, chopped
  • 1/4 cup olive oil
  • Salt and pepper to taste
Instructions
  1. Combine minced garlic, rosemary, olive oil, salt, and pepper in a bowl.
  2. Add chicken drumsticks, ensuring they are well coated, and let marinate for at least 2 hours.
  3. Grill the drumsticks over medium heat for 30 minutes, turning frequently, until cooked through.

Cilantro-Lime Grilled Chicken Drumsticks

These drumsticks are bursting with fresh cilantro and zesty lime, making them a refreshing and healthy choice for any meal.

Ingredients
  • 8 chicken drumsticks
  • 1/4 cup fresh cilantro, chopped
  • 2 tablespoons lime juice
  • 2 tablespoons olive oil
  • 1 teaspoon cumin
  • Salt to taste
Instructions
  1. In a bowl, mix cilantro, lime juice, olive oil, cumin, and salt.
  2. Marinate chicken drumsticks in the mixture for at least 1 hour.
  3. Grill over medium heat for 25-30 minutes, turning occasionally, until fully cooked.

Teriyaki Grilled Chicken Drumsticks

These drumsticks are marinated in a homemade teriyaki sauce, offering a deliciously sweet and savory flavor while keeping it healthy.

Ingredients
  • 8 chicken drumsticks
  • 1/4 cup low-sodium soy sauce
  • 2 tablespoons honey
  • 1 tablespoon rice vinegar
  • 1 teaspoon ginger, grated
  • 1 teaspoon garlic, minced
Instructions
  1. In a bowl, whisk together soy sauce, honey, rice vinegar, ginger, and garlic.
  2. Marinate chicken drumsticks for at least 1 hour in the teriyaki sauce.
  3. Grill the drumsticks over medium heat for 30-35 minutes, basting with leftover marinade, until cooked through.

Lemon Pepper Grilled Chicken Drumsticks

A classic combination of lemon and pepper gives these grilled chicken drumsticks a bright and zesty flavor while remaining healthy.

Ingredients
  • 8 chicken drumsticks
  • 2 tablespoons lemon zest
  • 2 tablespoons lemon juice
  • 1 teaspoon black pepper
  • 1 teaspoon garlic powder
  • Salt to taste
Instructions
  1. Mix lemon zest, lemon juice, black pepper, garlic powder, and salt in a bowl.
  2. Coat chicken drumsticks with the mixture and let marinate for 1 hour.
  3. Grill over medium heat for 30 minutes, turning occasionally, until cooked through.

BBQ Grilled Chicken Drumsticks with Avocado Salsa

These grilled chicken drumsticks are slathered in a homemade BBQ sauce and served with a fresh avocado salsa for a healthy twist.

Ingredients
  • 8 chicken drumsticks
  • 1/2 cup homemade BBQ sauce
  • 1 avocado, diced
  • 1 tomato, diced
  • 1/4 cup red onion, chopped
  • Juice of 1 lime
Instructions
  1. Preheat the grill to medium-high heat and brush chicken drumsticks with BBQ sauce.
  2. Grill for 30-35 minutes, basting with more sauce until fully cooked.
  3. In a bowl, mix avocado, tomato, red onion, and lime juice for the salsa, and serve alongside the chicken.

Tandoori Spiced Grilled Chicken Drumsticks

These drumsticks are marinated in a vibrant tandoori spice mix, offering an exotic flavor while being healthy and satisfying.

Ingredients
  • 8 chicken drumsticks
  • 1 cup plain yogurt
  • 2 tablespoons tandoori spice mix
  • 1 tablespoon lemon juice
  • Salt to taste
Instructions
  1. In a bowl, mix yogurt, tandoori spice mix, lemon juice, and salt.
  2. Marinate chicken drumsticks in the mixture for at least 2 hours.
  3. Grill over medium heat for 30 minutes, turning occasionally, until cooked through.

Honey Mustard Grilled Chicken Drumsticks

These drumsticks are coated in a tangy honey mustard glaze, providing a delightful flavor while keeping it healthy.

Ingredients
  • 8 chicken drumsticks
  • 1/4 cup honey
  • 2 tablespoons Dijon mustard
  • 1 tablespoon apple cider vinegar
  • Salt and pepper to taste
Instructions
  1. In a bowl, whisk together honey, Dijon mustard, apple cider vinegar, salt, and pepper.
  2. Marinate chicken drumsticks for at least 1 hour in the honey mustard mixture.
  3. Grill over medium heat for 30-35 minutes, basting with additional glaze, until fully cooked.

Chili-Lime Grilled Chicken Drumsticks

These drumsticks are marinated in a spicy chili-lime sauce, delivering a kick of flavor while remaining a healthy option.

Ingredients
  • 8 chicken drumsticks
  • 2 tablespoons chili powder
  • 2 tablespoons lime juice
  • 2 tablespoons olive oil
  • Salt to taste
Instructions
  1. In a bowl, combine chili powder, lime juice, olive oil, and salt.
  2. Coat chicken drumsticks with the mixture and let marinate for at least 1 hour.
  3. Grill over medium heat for 25-30 minutes, turning occasionally, until cooked through.