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Butterflied Grilled Chicken Drumsticks


  • Author: Dulcia
  • Total Time: 40min
  • Yield: 5 1x

Ingredients

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10 chicken drumsticks
2 tbsp olive oil 🫒
2 cloves garlic, minced 🧄
1 tsp smoked paprika 🌶️
1 tsp ground cumin 🌿
1 tsp salt 🧂
1/2 tsp black pepper ⚫
Juice of 1 lemon 🍋
Fresh parsley, chopped (for garnish) 🌿


Instructions

1️⃣ Preheat your grill to medium-high heat. 🔥

2️⃣ Using a sharp knife, butterfly the chicken drumsticks by slicing them lengthwise to open them up. 🥩

3️⃣ In a large bowl, combine olive oil, minced garlic, smoked paprika, ground cumin, salt, black pepper, and lemon juice. Mix well. 🥣

4️⃣ Add the butterflied chicken drumsticks to the bowl and toss to coat them evenly with the marinade. Let them marinate for at least 30 minutes. ⏳

5️⃣ Place the drumsticks on the preheated grill, skin side down. Grill for about 10-12 minutes on each side or until the internal temperature reaches 165°F (74°C) and the chicken is cooked through. 🍗

6️⃣ Remove from the grill and let the drumsticks rest for a few minutes. 🌬️

7️⃣ Garnish with chopped fresh parsley before serving. Enjoy your delicious butterflied grilled chicken drumsticks! 🌿🍗

  • Prep Time: 15min
  • Cook Time: 25min

Nutrition

  • Calories: 220 Kcal