Zingy chicken drumsticks

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.

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Prep Time 5

Cook Time 15

Resting Time 4

Total Time 20

Servings: 4 people

Cuisine: French

Calories: 1234

Ingredients Method

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

Method

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.