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How to Make Easy Grilled Chicken Drumsticks - A Step-by-Step Guide

Grilled chicken drumsticks are a classic summer dish that never fails to impress at a backyard barbecue or family gathering. Not only are they incredibly simple to prepare, but they also pack a flavorful punch that will have everyone coming back for more. This recipe for easy grilled chicken drumsticks takes just a few simple ingredients and minimal effort, making it the perfect dish for a hassle-free outdoor meal.

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Ingredients

  • 4 chicken drumsticks
  • olive oil as needed
  • 1 (1 ounce) package ranch dressing mix
  • 1 pinch cayenne pepper, or to taste
  • salt and ground black pepper to taste

Information

  • Prep Time: 5 mins
  • Cook Time: 20 mins
  • Additional Time: 35 mins
  • Total Time: 1 hr
  • Servings: 4
  • Yield: 4 drumsticks

  • Place chicken drumsticks into a resealable bag; add olive oil to coat. Add ranch dressing mix, cayenne pepper, salt, and black pepper. Close the bag and mix until drumsticks are covered. Let marinate in the refrigerator, 30 minutes to 1 hour.
  • Preheat an outdoor grill for medium heat and lightly oil the grate. Remove chicken from the bag; discard marinade.
  • Cook on the preheated grill until an instant-read thermometer inserted into a drumstick reads at least 165 degrees F (74 degrees C), 20 to 25 minutes. Remove from the grill and let sit for 5 to 10 minutes before serving.

    • Nutrition

    199 cal.

    • Total Fat: 11g
    • Saturated Fat: 3g
    • Cholesterol: 64mg
    • Sodium: 592mg
    • Total Carbohydrate: 4g
    • Protein: 19g
    • Calcium: 9mg
    • Iron: 1mg
    • Potassium: 197mg

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