Buttermilk and Spice Grilled Drumsticks
- Kid-friendly
- Low fat
- Gluten free
- Peanut free
These grilled drumsticks are a fun starter for a party or a satisfying weeknight supper. Grate and set aside the lemon rind for the spice coating before squeezing the juice for the marinade.
Ingredients
- 2 lbs (1 kg) chicken drumsticks
- 2 tsp (10 mL) sweet paprika
- 1 tsp (5 mL) crumbled dried thyme
- 3/4 tsp (4 mL) salt
- 1/2 tsp (2 mL) black pepper
- 1/2 tsp (2 mL) finely grated lemon rind
- 1/4 tsp (1 mL) cayenne pepper
- Buttermilk Marinade:
- 1 cup (250 mL) buttermilk
- 2 tbsp (30 mL) lemon juice
- 2 cloves garlic, pressed or minced
Preparation
Buttermilk Marinade: In large bowl, stir together buttermilk, lemon juice and garlic; add drumsticks and roll to coat. Marinate, refrigerated and turning occasionally, for at least 3 hours or for up to 8 hours; drain well.
In large bowl, whisk together paprika, thyme, salt, pepper, lemon rind and cayenne; add chicken and toss to coat. Let stand for 10 minutes.
On greased grill, grill over medium to medium-high heat, turning often, until no longer pink in centre of thickest part, 20 to 25 minutes.
Makes 4 to 6 servings.
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