Zingy chicken drumsticks
Prep Time
5 minutes
Cook Time
15 minutes
Total Time
20 minutes
Background
If you need a quick and easy BBQ marinade for chicken – try this recipe! It's super easy to prepare, can be done the night, a couple of hours or just 15 minutes before you turn on the barbie. The drumstick are delicious cold too, so any leftover is perfect for a picnic or trips. Serve with side dishes of your choice.
Ingredients
- 8 drumsticks
- Grated zest and juice of 1 lemon
- 2 Tbsp olive oil
- 2 cloves of garlic, minced
- 1 Tbsp oregano or chopped rosemary leaves
- 1 tsp salt
- 1 tsp ground pepper
- Pinch of cayenne (optional)
Instructions
- Put the chicken into a plastic bag (like a freezer bag).
- Mix the ingredients in a smallish bowl then pour over the drumsticks. Tie the bag and massage the chicken legs thoroughly.
- Marinate in refrigerator for minimum 15 minutes, preferably 2 hours or overnight.
- Barbecue or grill he drumsticks until cooked through properly and lightly charred.
- Serve warm or at room temperature.
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Categories
- Meal Type: - Barbecue - Grill - Kids Food - Lunch - Main - Quick & Easy - Seasonal - Supper
- Cuisines: - French
- Occasions: - Barbecue - Bonfire Night - Parties
- Ingredients: - Chicken & Turkey
- Health and Diet: - Combination - Dairy Free - Diabetic - Egg Free - Gluten Free - Low Carb - Nut Free - Paleo - Sugar Free
- Skill Levels: - Easy
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